Prior Authorization Specialist

Honeydew
United States
Remote

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates with prior authorization experience and a passion for dermatology, comfortable with managing complex insurance workflows and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a background in dermatology and experience handling biologic medications
    — “Experience with biologic prior authorizations”
  • Detail-oriented professionals who thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments
    — “Ability to manage volume in a fast-paced startup environment”
  • Individuals who value healthcare accessibility and are motivated by patient impact
    — “You care deeply about removing financial barriers so patients can access treatment”

Things to consider

  • Prior authorization experience is mandatory, with no mention of alternative pathways for entry
    — “Minimum 1 year of prior authorization experience”
  • The role requires managing time-sensitive tasks that directly affect patient care
    — “Ability to manage time-sensitive work that directly impacts patient care”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with dermatology-specific medications and insurance workflows in your resume
    — “This role manages prior authorizations for dermatology medications”
  • Emphasize your ability to resolve authorization issues efficiently and keep processes organized
    — “You feel satisfaction from keeping processes organized and moving efficiently”
  • Showcase your communication skills with insurance reps, pharmacies, and clinical teams
    — “You communicate confidently with insurance reps, pharmacies, and clinical teams”
  • Demonstrate your experience with patient assistance programs and financial access pathways
    — “Support enrollment in patient assistance programs and manufacturer copay programs when applicable”
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What success looks like

  • managed prior authorizations
  • resolved authorization issues
  • supported patient assistance programs
Typical background
1+ year of prior authorization experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Prior AuthorizationInsurance NavigationPatient Assistance ProgramsDermatology MedicationsOrganizational SkillsCommunication

Preferred

Dermatology

Stack & domain

Prior AuthorizationDermatology MedicationsBiologic Prior AuthorizationsPatient Assistance ProgramsCopay CardsFinancial Assistance WorkflowsDetail-orientedCommunicationOrganizationProactiveProblem-solvingTime ManagementHealthcareDermatologyInsurancePharmaceuticalsPatient Care

About the role

Original posting from Honeydew via Ashby

MISSION 💪

Our mission is to ensure that no one in the world has to suffer from a treatable skin disease because of an access issue ever again.

ABOUT HONEYDEW 👋

Honeydew is building a platform for hundreds of millions of people globally to access expertise and science-backed skin treatments, from prescription to retail.

Our tech-forward dermatology experience helps people with chronic skin conditions access licensed specialists, FDA-approved treatment, and ongoing support in record time (24 hours vs. an industry average of 6 months).

Honeydew is the future of skin health — digitally native, scientifically rooted, integrated end-to-end (evaluation + treatments + lab tests), and powered by AI.

OPPORTUNITY 📈

At Honeydew, we're redefining how Americans access dermatology care — tackling huge barriers in access and cost with a model that makes getting evidence-backed treatment easy, affordable, and genuinely effective.

This role manages prior authorizations for dermatology medications, including topicals, orals, injectables, and specialty drugs. You'll work closely with internal clinical teams, insurance carriers, and pharmacies to submit, track, and resolve prior authorizations and support patients through financial access pathways when needed.

This role is fully remote and will report to the Prior Authorization Lead.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

  • Submit and manage prior authorizations for dermatology medications
  • Track authorization status and follow up to prevent delays in care
  • Respond to requests for additional clinical documentation
  • Prepare and submit appeals when required
  • Coordinate with pharmacies and insurance to resolve authorization issues
  • Support enrollment in patient assistance programs and manufacturer copay programs when applicable
  • Maintain accurate documentation in internal systems

YOU'LL THRIVE HERE IF…

  • You enjoy solving complex insurance puzzles and navigating payer requirements
  • You're highly detail-oriented and catch small errors before they become big delays
  • You feel satisfaction from keeping processes organized and moving efficiently
  • You're proactive about following up and don't let tasks fall through the crack
  • You communicate confidently with insurance reps, pharmacies, and clinical teams
  • You're comfortable handling time-sensitive work that directly impacts patient care
  • You care deeply about removing financial barriers so patients can access treatment
  • You believe healthcare should be accessible to everyone, not just the privileged few
  • You find joy in doing work that matters

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR…

The Non-Negotiables:

  • Minimum 1 year of prior authorization experience
  • Experience with biologic prior authorizations
  • Experience with patient assistance programs, copay cards, or financial assistance workflows
  • Experience supporting dermatology medications
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage volume in a fast-paced startup environment

The Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Dermatology

WHAT YOU GET

  • Full remote flexibility
  • Direct impact you can measure
  • Ability to grow within the company
  • $100 monthly tech stipend
  • Free Honeydew membership
  • Direct access to new dermatology treatments
  • 20% off Honeydew products
  • Bi-monthly get-togethers
  • Peer-to-peer recognition through Motivosity
  • Health insurance & HSA match
  • 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
  • Unlimited flex time off

Source: Honeydew careers (Ashby)

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