What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant (Prior Authorizations) - South County Internal Medicine position at Esse Health?
Esse Health is the largest independent physician practice in the St. Louis Metropolitan area with over 100 physicians, in 35 locations, serving nearly 130,000 patients. We are leading the health care community by placing patients and their physicians at the center of health decisions. Esse Health is more than a healthcare provider - it's a place where medicine is a calling and not just a profession. It's a team of extraordinary medical professionals with the latest ideas for keeping patients healthier.
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Join Our Team:
Esse Health is currently seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to manage medication Prior Authorizations for our South County Internal Medicine office located at 5034 Griffin Road!
Opportunity:
- Full-time opening
- Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- No nights, weekends or holidays
- Outpatient clinical practice
Day-to-Day:
- Complete medication Prior Authorizations
- Cover "My Meds" medication software
- Review chart note and records/diagnosis and provide appropriate supporting documentation to insurance companies
- Document in the EMR system (NextGen)
Who we are seeking (preferred):
- Knowledge of general diagnoses and medications.
- Formal training which will may be be indicated by a graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
- EMR/EHR experience.
- PC/Windows proficiency.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to work compatibly with physicians, coworkers, and employees in other departments.
What We Offer:
- Physician-led, supportive practice environment
- Benefits the first of the month following your hire date
- Available benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Fraud Protection, Legal, Pet and other miscellaneous
- Generous PTO policy 9 paid holidays
- 401k match profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship
- Emphasis on work-life balance
EOE