Virtual Medical Assistant
Location
United States
Posted
5 days ago
Salary
Not specified
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Role Description
We are seeking a Virtual Medical Assistant that provides remote clinical and administrative support to healthcare providers and care teams. In this role, you will assist with patient coordination, documentation, communication, and medical record management while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and accuracy. This is a fully remote position requiring strong communication skills, technical proficiency, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Provide virtual administrative and clinical support to physicians and healthcare teams
- Schedule patient appointments and coordinate follow-ups
- Verify insurance information and assist with eligibility checks
- Document patient interactions accurately within the electronic medical record (EMR) system
- Obtain and review medical records, lab results, and other clinical documentation
- Assist with patient intake, including updating medical histories and medication lists
- Respond to patient inquiries via phone, secure messaging, or patient portals
- Support prescription refill requests and prior authorizations as directed
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA and all healthcare privacy regulations
- Collaborate with internal and external healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Comfortable working independently in a remote setting
Requirements
- 1+ year of experience in a clinical or healthcare setting
- Prior experience with remote or virtual healthcare support preferred
- Experience with insurance verification, referrals, and prior authorizations is a plus
Benefits
- Fully remote work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings options
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Comfortable working independently in a remote setting
- 1+ year of experience in a clinical or healthcare setting
- Prior experience with remote or virtual healthcare support preferred
- Experience with insurance verification, referrals, and prior authorizations is a plus
Benefits
- Fully remote work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings options
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
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