Foundation Medical Partners - Medical Assistant/ Prior Authorization - Nashua Rheumatology - Full Time

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Who We Are:

Affiliated with Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Foundation Medical Partners is the second largest multi-specialty group in New Hampshire and serves the greater Nashua community.  We encourage the professional growth and development of our employees and are proud of the workplace culture we have developed. 

We’re experts at the diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of conditions and diseases that may cause pain, inflammation, and deformity in areas throughout the body, such as the joints, bones, muscles, and tissues. Our goal is to help patients enjoy an active, healthy, and pain-free life. We treat a range of conditions, including arthritis, gout, lupus erythematosus, scleroderma, Lyme disease, vasculitis, and osteoporosis. Our on-site infusion center allows patients to receive lower-cost care in a comfortable environment. We’re dedicated to pursuing cutting-edge treatments, offering our patients the most advanced options to prevent, manage, and eliminate pain and inflammation. With Massachusetts General Hospital as our partners, patients receive top-notch care close to home. 

About the Job:

Dedicated to the full execution and follow-up of biologic medication prior authorizations. Responsibilities include accurately gathering clinical documentation, verifying insurance requirements, completing and submitting prior authorization requests, managing payer responses, and collaborating with providers, pharmacies, and patients to ensure timely approvals. The Medical Assistant must understand payer-specific criteria, maintain organized tracking systems, and escalate delays or denials appropriately. Success in this role requires attention to detail, persistence, clear communication, and a strong grasp of prior authorizations and insurance workflows.

What You’ll Do:

• Process Prior Authorizations for the Rheumatology department.

• Participates in the care of patients in person, via telephone (phone screening) and telehealth modalities under the supervision of the Provider(s), in accordance with professional standards and scope of practice as defined by applicable State laws.

• Performs functions delegated by Provider(s) and Registered Nurses, including administering prescribed medications, treatments & immunizations, point-of-care testing, and collection /handling of specimens, within the appropriate scope of practice as defined by applicable State laws and regulations.

• Collects and screens history and health-related information from patients and communicates findings to the Provider(s).

• Communicates Provider advice/instructions and plan of care to patients.

• Documents care activities in the medical record including procedures, interventions, patient/family communication, and test results with accuracy and detail.

Who You Are:

• High school diploma or GED required. 

• Completion of Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience of 3 years as an MA. 

• Certifications:  Current BLS/CPR training.

• One year experience in a medical practice of healthcare setting preferred.

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Flexible day shift hours, no weekends!

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees

• Competitive pay

• Tuition Reimbursement

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

• Education & Paid training courses for continued career progression

& So much more!

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Southern New Hampshire Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.