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Bay Area Houston Cardiology Associates lists this Medical Assistant - Front & Back Office - Cardiology Practice opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Job Description
Job Description
Medical Assistant - Front & Back Office - Cardiology Practice
Busy private Cardiology practice in Southeast Houston is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant/Office Coordinator with experience in both front office and back office medical practice operations.
The ideal candidate will have experience with insurance verification, prior authorizations, patient scheduling, and clinical medical assistant duties. Cardiology experience is preferred but candidates with experience in other medical specialties will also be considered.
Responsibilities
Insurance Verification and Authorizations
* Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
* Obtain prior authorizations for diagnostic and cardiovascular testing procedures.
* Work with Medicare, Medicaid, and major commercial insurance carriers.
* Communicate with insurance companies by phone and through online portals regarding coverage and authorization requirements.
* Assist with billing-related questions and insurance issues.
Front Office Responsibilities
* Check patients in and out.
* Schedule appointments and diagnostic testing.
* Answer incoming telephone calls and assist patients with questions.
* Collect and document insurance information and patient demographics.
* Assist patients with questions regarding insurance coverage, copays, and balances.
Back Office Responsibilities
* Room patients and prepare them for physician evaluation.
* Obtain and document vital signs.
* Perform and document EKGs.
* Process medication refill requests.
* Assist with general clinical and patient care duties.
Qualifications
* Medical office experience required.
* Experience with insurance verification and prior authorizations preferred.
* Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance plans preferred.
* EMR experience required; experience with eClinicalWorks is strongly preferred.
* Excellent communication, customer service, telephone, and computer skills.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Cardiology experience preferred but not required.
Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Paid vacation.
* Paid holidays.
* Professional and supportive work environment.
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Southeast Houston, Texas Company Description
Bay Area Houston Cardiology Associates is an independent private cardiology practice dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiovascular care to patients throughout Southeast Houston and the surrounding communities. We combine advanced cardiac diagnostics with personalized patient care in a professional and supportive environment.
Our practice values teamwork, professionalism, attention to detail, and exceptional customer service. We believe that every member of our staff contributes to the patient experience and plays an important role in helping our practice deliver high-quality care.
We offer a stable work environment, opportunities to develop new skills, and the satisfaction of helping patients improve their cardiovascular health.
Company Description
Bay Area Houston Cardiology Associates is an independent private cardiology practice dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiovascular care to patients throughout Southeast Houston and the surrounding communities. We combine advanced cardiac diagnostics with personalized patient care in a professional and supportive environment.\r \r Our practice values teamwork, professionalism, attention to detail, and exceptional customer service. We believe that every member of our staff contributes to the patient experience and plays an important role in helping our practice deliver high-quality care.\r \r We offer a stable work environment, opportunities to develop new skills, and the satisfaction of helping patients improve their cardiovascular health.
Who can apply
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