New

Insurance Verification Specialist

TEKsystems
$24.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, San Pedro
Feb 17, 2026
Job Title: ED Admitting / SubAcute Admissions Specialist Note: Candidates will be crosstrained to support both Emergency Department (ED) Admitting and SubAcute Admissions. Position Summary The ED Admitting / SubAcute Admissions Specialist is responsible for managing patient intake, insurance verification, and authorization processes to ensure accurate registration and appropriate reimbursement. This role works closely with clinical teams, physician offices, and external healthcare partners while providing exceptional customer service to patients and internal staff. Key Responsibilities * Confirm patient insurance coverage, identify authorization requirements, and collect accurate demographic and medical information to support proper patient account reimbursement * Utilize EPIC for patient intake, registration, and verification of demographic and insurance data * Authorize patient admissions and assign beds as appropriate * Handle claims, request authorizations, and attach referrals in accordance with payer requirements * Identify services requiring prior authorization and ensure all referral documentation is complete * Verify insurance coverage and select appropriate preregistration options, including: * HMO vs. PPO plans * Medicare and Medicaid (MediCal) * Collect copayments and clearly explain shared costs and patient financial responsibility * Receive and manage calls from case managers at other ministries and healthcare facilities * Apply working knowledge of medical terminology in daily operations * Collaborate closely with physician offices, ministries, and internal departments * Support multiple departments and remote locations as needed * Deliver exceptional customer service by creating a welcoming and professional experience for patients and internal employees, both in person and over the phone Required Skills * Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills * Ability to handle sensitive financial and medical information with professionalism and confidentiality * Effective multitasking and attention to detail in a fastpaced hospital environment Preferred Qualifications * Experience using EPIC (preferred) * Bilingual in Spanish (highly preferred) * 3+ years of healthcare experience, preferably in a hospital setting Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of San Pedro, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Pedro,CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.