Part-Time Referral & Authorization Coordinator

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

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.