Authorization Specialist Supervisor

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As an Authorization Specialist Supervisor, you will ensure complete, accurate, and timely authorizations for patients (both private clinic and hospital clinic) and assists clinic staff with completion of authorizations for all patients that need authorization. You will aid in creating and implementing training programs for all new team members and continuing training, answer questions and support all direct report authorization specialists. You will be responsible for conducting required monthly audits on authorizations completed by each direct report. In this role, you will become proficient in the use if ICD-10 and CPT codes, expand your knowledge of insurance benefits and program changes related to Medicare, Medicaid and commercial carriers, and providers, and contact insurance companies to verify authorization requirements. This position requires simple computer data entry and use of Microsoft Office Products. Oversee direct reports on their daily work activities.

Qualifications & Pay Range

Required Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Window-based applications.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Must have demonstrated skill in prioritizing daily responsibilities and crises to handle a heavy workload.
• Must be able to work successfully in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations

Required Credentials

• High School Diploma with courses in bookkeeping and accounting OR an equivalent amount of work experience in a healthcare or related setting.
• One to two years of medical billing and administrative experience.
• One year of leadership/management experience

Company Overview

A Top Workplace

 

At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities. From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training. 

 

PT Solutions has been named a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback. We’ve also earned five Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Professional Development, Work-Life Flexibility, Appreciation, and Purpose & Values. This recognition reflects a culture built around supporting our people. It’s not just what we do, but how we make people feel. Through human connection, intentional care, and being all in for one another, we create experiences that make a difference. Because together, we do great better.

 

Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today!  To see what #PTSLife is like, visit Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply!