Referrals and Authorizations Specialist
About The Position
Full-Time Referrals & Authorizations Clinic Assistant - Ensure Smooth Patient Transitions at SIMEDHealth! SIMEDHealth in Ocala, FL, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Full-Time Clinic Assistant to focus on the critical processes of medical Referrals and Authorizations. We are looking for a dedicated individual, preferably with prior experience in this area, to join our team and ensure efficient patient transitions to specialty care. In this essential role, your primary responsibility will be the timely and accurate processing of referrals and authorizations. Your meticulous attention to detail in data entry, insurance verification, and communication will be vital to our clinic's smooth operation and our patients' access to necessary medical services.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer use, including Microsoft Word and Outlook (Required)
- Prior experience with electronic medical records.
- 1-2 years of experience in a medical office or hospital setting, with preferred experience in managing medical referrals and authorizations.
- A strong understanding of medical insurance and authorization procedures.
- Exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Compiling all necessary patient clinical information for referral processing.
- Dilgently obtaining required authorizations from insurance companies.
- Performing thorough insurance verifications.
- Securely transmitting patient health information electronically.
- Efficiently faxing medical records and providing relevant clinical context to referring specialists.
- Proactively informing patients about the progress and status of their referrals.
- Regularly checking and responding to voicemail and faxes.
- Submitting authorization requests to insurance providers with accuracy.
- Maintaining comprehensive and accurate documentation of all referral and authorization activities within the EHR.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospitalization Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Wellness discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
