Part-Time Clinic Referrals & Authorizations Coordinator

Simed Health; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

SIMEDHealth in Ocala, FL seeks a highly organized Part-Time Clinic Assistant to manage referrals and authorizations ensuring smooth patient transitions to specialty care.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, insurance verification, and timely communication with patients and providers. Prior EMR experience and strong organizational skills are essential for success in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (Required).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• 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; exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 context to referring specialists.
• Proactively informing patients about progress and status of referrals.
• Regularly checking and responding to voicemail and faxes.
• Submitting authorization requests to insurance providers with accuracy.
• Maintaining comprehensive documentation within the EHR.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

SIMEDHealth in Ocala, FL seeks a highly organized Part-Time Clinic Assistant to manage referrals and authorizations ensuring smooth patient transitions to specialty care.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, insurance verification, and timely communication with patients and providers. Prior EMR experience and strong organizational skills are essential for success in a fast-paced clinic environment.