Healthcare field [h1.location_city]

Referrals Specialist

South Central Los Angeles

Pay : $21-23 / hour

Schedule : Full-Time | must be flexible to work Monday-Saturday, between 7am-6pm

Setting : Outpatient Clinic / Medical Office

Job Overview

Fast-paced medical office in South Central Los Angeles is seeking a detail-oriented Referrals Specialist to join their team for a short-term contract opening. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys administrative workflows, coordination of care, and working closely with providers and insurance teams to ensure timely patient services.

Responsibilities

Process outbound and inbound medical referrals to specialists and diagnostic facilities

Verify insurance information and obtain prior authorizations as needed

Follow up on referral status and communicate updates to patients and providers

Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR system

Assist with general MA duties as needed (vitals, rooming patients, chart prep)

Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure smooth patient flow

Requirements

6+ months of experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in an outpatient setting

Prior experience working with referrals and authorizations (required or strongly preferred)

Familiarity with EHR systems

Strong organizational and communication skills

Reliable, punctual, and patient-focused

MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO WORK A 3-MONTH CONTRACT

Why This Role?

Competitive hourly pay at $21-$23 / hour

Stable weekday schedule

Centrally located South Central workplace with easy transit access

Supportive team environment and consistent workflow

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

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