Medical Assistant (Phone Support)
Medical Assistant (Phone Support)
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Job Description
Job Summary:
The Medical Assistant -Phone Support primary focus is managing extremely high call volumes in a fast-paced medical clinic. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional customer service over the phone managing a multi-line phone system verifying insurance and supporting clinic staff with administrative functions.
This role will be on-site during the 90-day introductory period to support training and onboarding. After successfully completing this period the position will transition to a remote role with occasional in-office meetings as needed. We value flexibility and will communicate any future changes well in advance to ensure a smooth transition.
Responsibilities:
- Answer and manage high-volume incoming calls professionally and efficiently.
- Direct calls appropriately escalate urgent matters per clinic protocols.
- Verify insurance eligibility and obtain authorizations as needed.
- Schedule reschedule and confirm patient appointments accurately.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinic services providers and scheduling policies.
- Process medical record requests faxes and correspondence in compliance with HIPAA.
- Support clinic operations by collaborating with clinical and administrative teams.
- Answer patient questions about prescription refills and route requests to providers
- Document patient interactions and provider communications in the EHR system
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (required)
- Completion of a Medical Assistant training program
- Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical office or healthcare setting
- Experience with NextGen or similar electronic health record (EHR) systems
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to remain professional and calm under pressure.
- Excellent multitasking organizational and time-management abilities.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic medical records.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work an 8-hour day with prolonged periods of sitting.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
- Must be able to manage prolonged periods of telephone communication in a fast-paced extremely high-call-volume environment.
Pay Range: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour (Depending On Experience)
Employment Type
Full-Time
