Ambulatory Medical Assistant & Surgical Scheduler

Stamford Health; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/Surgical Scheduler to support ambulatory cardiology care. Under supervision, you will assist with scheduling, patient prep, and insurance precertification for procedures, tests, and visits.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to ensure smooth patient flow and accurate enrollment in scheduling systems. You will verify demographics and insurance, contact payers for approvals, and document all steps in the EMR while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant school/program OR Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Biology with National Medical Assistant Certification required.
• National Certification preferred.
• Two years job experience preferred.
• Heart Saver Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in outpatient physician practice under the supervision of a physician or APP.
• Assist with clinical and clerical duties to optimize patient experience.
• Prepare patients for visits and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Verify patient information, collect history, vital signs, and visit purpose.
• Perform insurance verification and precertification/authorization with carriers and update scheduling/billing systems.
• Maintain documentation for precertification/authorization and communicate results to patients and staff.

Skills

Experience in healthcare scheduling

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification or chemistry/biology degree with MA certification

National Certification preferred

Job description

Stamford Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/Surgical Scheduler to support ambulatory cardiology care. Under supervision, you will assist with scheduling, patient prep, and insurance precertification for procedures, tests, and visits.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to ensure smooth patient flow and accurate enrollment in scheduling systems. You will verify demographics and insurance, contact payers for approvals, and document all steps in the EMR while