Medical Assistant II

Beth Israel Lahey Health

. Report to the Clinic Manager .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNewburyport • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $22 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in insurance verification, patient pre-registration, and scheduling while ensuring accurate documentation and effective communication with patients and healthcare providers. Proficient in coordinating referrals and authorizations, with a strong focus on maintaining clinical competencies as a Medical Assistant.

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Medical Assistant CertificationInsurance VerificationPatient Pre-RegistrationBLS CertificationThird-Party Reimbursement Experience

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Hard Skills

Data EntryInsurance AuthorizationPatient Eligibility VerificationBilling DocumentationDemographic Information Collection

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationCustomer Service

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Assistant CertificationBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Health InsurancePatient CareClinical CompetenciesFinancial CounselingCoordination of Benefits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the Clinic Manager
Perform administrative tasks associated with insurance verification and obtaining insurance authorizations for pre-registration and scheduling
Float and cover as needed in the clinical setting to meet patient care needs
Collect and verify demographic and insurance information
Identify payers, ensure coordination of benefits, and arrange financial counseling when needed
Verify patient eligibility and benefits; coordinate referrals and authorizations
Pre-register patients and may schedule appointments
Act as liaison between the hospital, patients, physician offices, and payers
Document patient accounts accurately
Submit billing information and documentation; follow up on denials
Collaborate with departments to ensure smooth workflow
Communicate courteously with patients, family members, representatives, providers, and coworkers
Obtain updated insurance guidelines to meet billing requirements
Attend offsite training as indicated
Perform data entry, audits, and generate reports
Cover for other staff as needed
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
Medical office experience (1yr) preferred as a Medical Assistant
Minimum 1yr experience associated work with health insurance and third-party reimbursement
Current Medical Assistant Certification and/or completion of a Medical Assistant certification program
BLS
Must maintain all clinical competencies required for a Medical Assistant
Must be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2,500 sign-on bonus eligibility
Influenza vaccination required as a condition of employment
Shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, and overtime pay may increase compensation, as applicable
Offsite training as indicated