Authorizations and Referrals- Part Time

Simed Health; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

SIMEDHealth in Ocala, FL, is seeking a Part-Time Clinic Assistant focused on referrals and authorizations to ensure smooth patient transitions to specialty care.

The role requires accurate data entry, insurance verification, and clear communication with patients and providers. Prior EMR experience and 1–2 years in a medical setting are preferred. Remote work is not available.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (Required).
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
• 1-2 years in a medical office or hospital setting, with referrals/authorizations experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of medical insurance and authorization procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Compile patient clinical information for referrals processing.
• Diligently obtain required authorizations from insurance companies.
• Perform thorough insurance verifications.
• Transmit patient health information electronically to referring specialists.
• Fax medical records with relevant clinical context to referring providers.
• Inform patients about the progress and status of their referrals.
• Check voicemail and faxes regularly.
• Submit authorization requests to insurers accurately.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all referral and authorization activities in the EHR.

Skills

Data entry

Insurance knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

EMR experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system

Job description

Part-Time Referrals & Authorizations Clinic Assistant - Ensure Smooth Patient Transitions at SIMEDHealth!

SIMEDHealth in Ocala, FL, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part-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.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Compiling all necessary patient clinical information for referral processing.


• Diligently 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.

What We're Looking For:

• 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.

Remote work is not available for this position.

SIMEDHealth is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about SIMEDHealth, please visit SIMEDHealth.com.