Regional Certified Medical Assistant
Overview
UnityPoint Clinic
Regional Certified Medical Assistant
reputed company Des Moines, IA (this position can work from home or in office)
Monday-Friday reputed company-5PM
Full-time + benefits
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Responsibilities
This role provides medication prior authorization support for assigned clinics in the Des Moines region using the Epic In Basket system. The Certified Medical Assistant (reputed company) is responsible for managing prior authorizations from clinic to pharmacy, including processing requests, coordinating with pharmacies and insurance payers, and ensuring timely approvals to support patient access to medications.
This position is primarily remote. Limited on-site workspace may be available upon request.
Provide medication prior authorization support for assigned clinics in the Des Moines region using the Epic In Basket system.
Manage prior authorizations from clinic to pharmacy, including submission, tracking, approval, denial, and follow-up.
Monitor and process Epic In Basket work queues reputed company to medication authorization requests and approvals.
Communicate with clinics, pharmacies, and insurance payers to obtain required clinical documentation and approvals.
Follow up on pending prior authorizations to prevent delays in patient access to medications.
Escalate urgent, reputed company, or denied authorizations to providers or leadership as appropriate.
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Document reputed company authorization activity, phone calls, and communications in Epic using standardized workflows.
Maintain accurate electronic health records in accordance with office policies and compliance standards.
Respond to patient questions regarding medication authorization status as directed by providers.
Maintain knowledge of medications and reputed company clinical information necessary to support authorization workflows.
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Demonstrate reliable attendance, strong organization, teamwork, and a commitment to quality and customer service.
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Qualifications
- Previous medical prior authorization and clinic experience highly desired!
- Valid and reputed company certification in the state of Iowa for Medical Assisting
- Certified Medical Assistant (reputed company) – accredited program with certification (AAMA, NCCT, AMT, NHA, NCMA, NAHP, AAH, ARMA or NHCA)
- Prior experience in a clinical or outpatient setting preferred
- Familiarity with EPIC a plus!