We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Medical Assistant with strong experience in medical documentation, patient records, insurance verification, referrals, and administrative paperwork. The ideal candidate will have excellent computer skills, experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR), and the ability to manage high volumes of paperwork while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent patient service.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain, update, and organize patient medical records, ensuring accurate documentation in EMR/EHR systems.
• Process high volumes of medical paperwork, including patient intake forms, medical histories, consent forms, and physician documentation.
• Verify patient insurance eligibility, benefits, authorizations, and referral requirements.
• Prepare, submit, and track prior authorizations, medical referrals, and insurance-related documentation.
• Review patient charts for completeness, accuracy, and missing information before appointments.
• Coordinate medical records requests, release-of-information forms, and documentation between physicians, specialists, and insurance companies.
• Assist with disability forms, FMLA paperwork, medical certifications, and other physician-required documentation.
• Schedule patient appointments, coordinate follow-ups, and communicate with patients regarding missing paperwork.
• Scan, upload, file, and electronically organize medical documents while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
• Handle incoming calls, patient inquiries, prescription refill requests, and administrative correspondence.
• Support physicians and clinical staff with documentation, chart preparation, and daily office operations.
Qualifications
• 1–2+ years of Medical Assistant or medical office administrative experience preferred.
• Strong experience with medical records, patient documentation, insurance verification, and referrals.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and data entry.
• Ability to process high volumes of paperwork with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, medical terminology, and healthcare office procedures.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
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