Prior Authorization Specialist

Job overview

The Prior Authorization Specialist works onsite in Rock Hill, SC. Compensation is $16–$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Affinity Health Center's mission is to transform community healthcare and remove barriers to care. The specialist secures approvals and completes patient assistance applications so patients can access medications, procedures, and services. The role also supports referral and medical records teams, helping coordinate care and communicate with patients, insurers, and clinical staff.

What you'll do

• Process and manage prior authorizations for medications, procedures, and services
• provide backend support to referral and medical records specialists
• use EMR systems and online authorization portals
• support patient assistance applications
• communicate with patients, insurance companies, and clinical staff
• manage competing priorities and advocate for patients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

prior authorization specialist

rock hill sc

affinity health center

healthcare

insurance approvals

medication authorizations

emr

patient assistance

care coordination

patient advocacy

$16–$20/hr

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Fully funded health insurance, paid time off, group health, life, dental, vision, and disability coverage, 403(b) retirement plan with 3% match, 12 paid holidays, training, continuing education, and leadership development.

Why this role

Mission-driven community healthcare role supporting patients and care coordination.

About the employer

Affinity Health Center is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Outpatient Care Centers. Sector: 62.