Description We are looking for a Pharmacy Medical Pre-Authorization Coordinator to join a dynamic and collaborative team in Newark, California. This role involves ensuring timely and accurate medication authorizations to support patient care while adhering to insurance and healthcare regulations. As part of a long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in optimizing workflows and maintaining compliance within the healthcare environment. Responsibilities: • Review medical records thoroughly to verify proper documentation for pharmacy prescriptions. • Submit detailed chart notes and supporting documentation to insurance companies to facilitate medication approvals. • Manage electronic work queues related to prescription submissions and re-submissions, ensuring timely follow-ups. • Communicate effectively with healthcare providers, pharmacies, patients, and insurance companies to address authorization status and resolve issues. • Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all interactions and authorization processes. • Confirm insurance coverage and pharmacy benefits to avoid delays in patient care. • Collaborate with team leads and managers to enhance workflows and streamline processes. • Utilize standardized communication templates to ensure clear and consistent messaging. • Monitor electronic health record systems to manage referral work queues according to performance standards. • Perform additional duties and participate in organizational projects as required. Requirements • Proven experience in medical records review and documentation within a healthcare setting. • Strong communication skills for interacting with clinicians, patients, and insurance representatives. • Proficiency in electronic health record systems and work queue management. • Knowledge of insurance processes and pharmacy benefit workflows. • Ability to maintain compliance with HIPAA and healthcare regulations. • Exceptional organizational skills to manage documentation and authorization processes. • Familiarity with clinical workflows and optimization strategies. • Competence in managing tasks with attention to detail and efficiency. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .