Manager of Prior Authorization

Leading a team of specialists, the full-time Manager of Prior Authorization will oversee the insurance approval process for obesity management treatments, ensuring timely and effective communication while working remotely. Key responsibilities Manage and coach a team of Prior Authorization specialists, focusing on performance management and staffing continuity Own the outsourced staffing vendor relationship, ensuring capacity planning and quality oversight Drive structured tracking and management of Prior Authorization requests, maintaining visibility into team performance metrics Required qualifications 5-7 years of prior authorization experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role Deep understanding of the Prior Authorization lifecycle and familiarity with tools like CoverMyMeds and Athena Experience managing distributed teams and vendor relationships Proven ability to build processes and track metrics effectively Familiarity with GLP-1s or obesity management medications is a plus