Location: Lakewood, CA
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
Overview: Founded in 1965, **UC Irvine** is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. This recruitment is for a Temporary Full-Time Insurance Verifier position through UCI's internal temporary staffing department. The position is located at our Lakewood Medical Center location. Responsibilities: Duties include, but are not limited to: - Verify patient insurance coverage, benefits, eligibility, and authorization requirements prior to scheduled services. - Contact insurance companies and provider offices to obtain and secure authorizations for procedures and appointments. - Counsel patients regarding financial responsibilities, collect payments, and explain insurance-related obligations. - Perform clerical and front-office support duties including documentation, patient communication, and maintaining accurate records. Qualifications: **Required:** - Knowledge of insurance verification processes, authorizations, and patient financial counseling practices. - Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, providers, and insurance representatives. - Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced clinical environment. - Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), scheduling systems, and standard office software applications. - Ability to read, write, and follo