Job Description & Qualifications
Help patients access the care they need—before they even walk through the door.
As a valued member of our Revenue Cycle team, you’ll play an important role in creating a smoother, less stressful healthcare experience for patients and providers alike. In this role, you’ll help ensure authorizations and insurance approvals are in place before services are delivered, supporting timely care, reducing delays, and helping patients better understand their coverage.
We’re looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, communicating with patients and healthcare teams, and navigating insurance processes with accuracy and compassion. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and want your work to have a direct impact on both patient experience and organizational success, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
- Help secure authorizations and pre-certifications for inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory services before care is provided
- Review insurance coverage, benefits, and payer requirements to support accurate reimbursement and minimize denials
- Use electronic eligibility tools, payer portals, and direct communication with insurance companies to verify coverage and determine next steps
- Submit notifications, clinical documentation, and authorization requests within payer timelines and guidelines
- Partner closely with clinical teams, providers, and operations staff to gather needed information and resolve authorization issues quickly
- Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, physicians, insurance representatives, and internal teams regarding authorization status, denials, and next steps
- Escalate complex or urgent cases appropriately to ensure timely resolution and continuity of care
- Maintain knowledge of insurance regulations, managed care guidelines, and Revenue Cycle processes
- Scan, retrieve, and manage documentation within departmental systems and applications
- Participate in team meetings, training, and continuous improvement efforts
- Support department productivity and quality goals while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and service excellence
What Makes You Successful in This Role
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and confidence navigating insurance and authorization processes
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to supporting patients and care teams
- Comfort working with technology, payer portals, and healthcare systems
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality
Why Join Us
- Meaningful work that directly supports patient access to care
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to grow your healthcare and Revenue Cycle expertise
- A culture focused on compassion, accountability, and service excellence
Additional Information
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Adheres to all organizational policies, standards, and compliance requirements
- Protects patient confidentiality and maintains compliance with all Protected Health Information (PHI) guidelines, training, and policies
Education
- High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
- Other Accredited Program: Medical Terminology (Preferred)
Work Experience
- 3+ years’ experience in hospital Revenue Cycle/healthcare, working with insurance companies/third-party payers or related experience (Required)
- Experience with clinical applications (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of managed care insurance requirements is essential. (Required proficiency)
- Notable client service, communication and relationship building skills. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to function independently and as a team player in a fast-paced environment. (Required proficiency)
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. (Required proficiency)
- Professional demeanor (Required proficiency)
- Detail-oriented and organized, with good analytical and problem solving ability (Required proficiency)
- Demonstrated ability to use PCs, Microsoft Office suite, and general office equipment (i.e. printers, copy machine, multi-line phone, FAX machine, etc.). (Required proficiency)
Physical Demands
- Standing Occasionally
- Walking Occasionally
- Sitting Constantly
- Lifting Rarely up to 20 lbs
- Carrying Rarely up to 20 lbs
- Pushing Rarely up to 20 lbs
- Pulling Rarely up to 20 lbs
- Climbing Rarely up to 20 lbs
- Balancing Rarely
- Stooping Rarely
- Kneeling Rarely
- Crouching Rarely
- Crawling Rarely
- Reaching Rarely
- Handling Occasionally
- Grasping Occasionally
- Feeling Rarely
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
- Repetitive Motions Frequently
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently
Travel Requirements
- 10%
Additional Salary Detail:
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of posting of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, union negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). This figure does not include, unless otherwise stated incentive pay or shift differential pay or the value of University Hospitals’ comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental, vision, retirement plan options, and additional offerings. Click here to view complete wellness and benefits details.
For over 150 years, University Hospitals has been dedicated to our mission To Heal. To Teach. To Discover. Starting as a small Cleveland hospital in 1866, UH has grown into 18 hospitals and 40 health centers, serving 1 million people annually.
UH delivers exceptional care, advances medical innovation, and trains future healthcare leaders. Now, you have the opportunity to add your talents to this legacy of care. At UH, you’ll join a collaborative team in an inspiring environment where your skills and ideas will be valued. Together, we can continue to shape the future of healthcare and deliver on the promise of our mission for generations to come.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
At University Hospitals, everything we do is driven by our dedication to providing the highest quality patient care. All members of our team, regardless of whether they interact directly with patients, support our mission and share our commitment to caring, compassion, teamwork and providing an exceptional UH experience.
A career in professional services with University Hospitals provides challenging opportunities in:
- Operations – meeting the ever-evolving needs of the health care industry
- Learning – employing the most advanced, leading-edge health care technology
- Diversity – growing your experience by exploring multiple facets of various business functions
- Collaboration – working with cross-functional teams of the highest-caliber clinicians and support staff
Join us in advancing the science of Health and the art of compassion.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
University Hospitals is a national leader in healthcare that takes pride in calling Northeast Ohio home. With more than 150 locations throughout Cleveland and the surrounding metropolitan areas, UH provides unique opportunities to deliver world-class care in the communities where our employees live, work, and play.
We want you to make a career with us and we are here to support you – both in and out of work. Our comprehensive benefits program offers choice and flexibility to meet you where you are in your life.
- Medical Plans
- Dental Plans
- Vision Plan
- Paid Short and Long Term Disability
- Life and Account Insurance
- Additional Voluntary Benefits
- Wellness Programs and Plans
- Financial Health Resources
- Career Development Resources
- And More!
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type.
View complete wellness and benefits details on our Why Choose Us page.

We want you to make a career with us and we are here to support you – both in and out of work. Our comprehensive benefits program offers choice and flexibility to meet you where you are in your life.
- Medical Plans
- Dental Plans
- Vision Plan
- Paid Short and Long Term Disability
- Life and Account Insurance
- Additional Voluntary Benefits
- Wellness Programs and Plans
- Financial Health Resources
- Career Development Resources
- And More!
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type.


Working at University Hospitals
Careers at UH offers opportunities to provide care locally in the Cleveland area with the power to impact healthcare nationwide. As leaders in our industry, our staff share a commitment to be the difference in the lives of our patients and our communities from Northeast Ohio and beyond. Look at this video to discover how we’re building an organization for the future today.
Nightshift Module
Night shift provides a unique and rewarding opportunity for caregivers who thrive in a close-knit, supportive environment. With fewer distractions and a calmer atmosphere, you’ll have the chance to foster meaningful relationships with both colleagues and patients. The quieter pace allows for more in-depth patient connections, greater autonomy, and the opportunity to refine your skills. Whether it’s the flexibility to fit your lifestyle, the teamwork and problem-solving that come with a close-knit team, or the financial benefits of shift differential pay, night shift offers a space where you can grow both personally and professionally. If you excel in a late-night environment and appreciate the independence and collaboration it offers, our night shift team is the perfect fit for you!
Hear from our team about why they enjoy working the night shift and how it has shaped their careers.
Sara H.
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I like nightshift because the smaller staff helps me build connections and friendships with the staff around me. Helping us to better communicate without any issues, including doctors. I can work independently, keeping my thinking skills sharp. Even when it is quiet, it is never boring.










