Medical Assistant Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant, in a clinical or administrative capacity, or as a Front Office Medical Assistant or Clerical Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patient assessments, including taking vital signs, height, and weight, and documenting chief complaints.
• Verify and update patient records to ensure medical records are accurate and current for billing and reimbursement.
• Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries, and relay messages to healthcare providers.
• Collect and document information related to prior authorization requests.
• Complete prior authorization request forms accurately and on time.
• Track and document the status of prior authorization requests in the electronic health record system.
• Document appointment changes, cancellations, and rescheduling promptly.
• Navigate the EPIC electronic health records system.
• Schedule and follow up on appointments.
• Assist with medication fill and refill requests.
• Check for prior authorizations and schedule tests, procedures, and consultations.
• Handle other assigned in-basket tasks.

Benefits

• Retention bonus for eligible new hires who meet eligibility criteria.