Surgery/Podiatry Admin Assistant | Healthcare Scheduling

Capital Medical Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing program

Educational assistance and development

Career advancement across UHS and subs

Job summary

Capital Medical Group is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Surgery and Podiatry practices. This onsite role in Washington, DC, provides essential administrative and clinical support to patients and providers within an IPM/UHS framework.

The position requires a minimum of three years in a healthcare administrative setting, with strong organizational and communication skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of administrative experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience with patient scheduling, medical records, insurance authorizations, and referrals.
• Surgical scheduling or physician practice experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and computer skills; knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments, surgical procedures, and coordinate cases across facilities.
• Coordinate pre- and post-operative requirements, including clearances, testing, referrals, records, and patient instructions.
• Obtain and maintain medical records, diagnostic results, and surgical documentation.
• Manage patient calls, correspondence, medical records requests, faxes, and other incoming documentation.
• Verify patient demographics, insurance benefits, and surgical information.
• Coordinate surgical authorizations, referrals, pre-certifications, and workers’ compensation approvals.
• Communicate with physicians, hospitals, referring providers, insurance carriers, and patients to coordinate care.
• Assist with FMLA/disability paperwork and physician administrative needs.
• Track physician licenses and credentials and coordinate meetings as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative experience

Healthcare knowledge

Medical terminology

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Capital Medical Group is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Surgery and Podiatry practices. This onsite role in Washington, DC, provides essential administrative and clinical support to patients and providers within an IPM/UHS framework.

The position requires a minimum of three years in a healthcare administrative setting, with strong organizational and communication skills and knowledge of medical terminology.