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PS Coordinator, Scheduling

Salt Lake City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Jun 2026

💰 $42,000/yr($28,000/yr – $42,000/yr)

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Open Date 06/03/2026 Requisition Number PRN45259B Job Title PS Coordinator, Scheduling Working Title Coordinator, Prior Authorization Career Progression Track C Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Monday through Friday scheduled shifts from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Assigned shift as needed based on operational needs. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $14.42 - $21.29 Close Date 09/03/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

Job Summary

The Division of Pediatric Clinical Enterprise at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Scheduling and Prior Authorization Coordinator. This position works with a team of professionals responsible for obtaining prior authorization before services are rendered for requested procedures, testing, and medications. Responsibilities also include the coordination and scheduling of certain procedures and tests. This position works with physicians, nurses, clinic managers and financial advocates to resolve issues that arise during the prior authorizations process.

A high level of computer literacy for daily navigation through multiple electronic systems, trouble shooting, and completion of tasks is necessary. This position is team‐based where excellent communication and collaboration are vital components for completing responsibilities in an efficient and timely manner.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid Holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.

Responsibilities

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

Verifies insurance eligibility, benefits, and network status.
Ensures accurate ICD, CPT codes and related medical records are submitted in the authorization request.
Obtains pre‐authorization and referrals from insurance companies for diagnostic testing, procedures, treatments, and medication as ordered by healthcare providers.
Follows up on delayed or denied authorization requests and escalates for resolution.
Creates detailed documentation and maintains/stores the authorization paper trail.
Depending on the area of assignment, coordin