Front Desk Receptionist

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

Job summary

SIMEDHealth in Ocala, Florida, seeks a Part-Time Clinic Assistant to manage referrals and authorizations and ensure smooth patient transitions to specialty care. You will verify insurance, compile patient information, and communicate progress to patients and providers.

The role requires a high school diploma, proficiency with MS Word/Outlook, and prior EMR experience. 1–2 years in a medical setting is preferred, with strong organizational and communication skills essential.

Qualifications

• HS diploma required.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Outlook.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
• 1–2 years in a medical office or hospital setting, with referrals/authorizations experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of medical insurance/authorization procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, plus organization.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

MS Word

Outlook

EMR systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EMR software

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.