SIMEDHealth

Front Desk Receptionist- Referrals and Authorizations

Centralized Referrals and Auth - Gainesville, FL - Full Time

SIMEDHealth is currently looking for a Full Time Referrals and Authorizations Clinic Assistant, with preferred experience handling medical referrals and authorizations to join us in our division in Gainesville, FL.  

This Clinic Assistant (CA) position is responsible for processing referrals and authorizations in a timely manner.  The CA is also responsible for ensuring that the data entered into the computer system, insurance information gathered and authorized are accurate.  The CA must fulfill the duties of his/her position while remembering Customer Service and professionalism are key components of this position and the CA may be the “face” of his/her division.

Qualified candidates will have:

  • A High School diploma or equivalent (REQUIRED).
  • Proficiency in utilizing a computer including Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Outlook (REQUIRED).
  • Previous experience with an electronic medical record.
  • 1-2 years previously in a medical office or hospital setting.

The following are some of the duties which may be required of you as a Clinic Assistant. Duties are assigned based on the clinic need and not all may be applicable.

  • Assemble information concerning patient's clinical background and referral needs
  • Obtain authorizations to ensure prior approval requirements are met
  • Insurance verifications
  • Electronically sending health information 
  • Faxing notes and provide appropriate clinical information to specialists
  • Notify patients about the status of their referrals
  • ​Check voicemail messages and faxes regularly 
  • Request authorizations from insurance companies
  • Maintain appropriate documentation on referrals in patient's electronic medical record

Our clinics are high energy and those interested in joining our team must be comfortable in these types of office settings.

SIMEDHealth offers a diverse and complete benefits package including health, life, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, wellness discounts and more.

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

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