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Jackline M.

Lower Kabete, Kenya

$10/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Need a reliable Medical Virtual Assistant who understands healthcare workflows, patient communication, insurance coordination, and HIPAA compliance? I help healthcare providers, private practices, telehealth clinics, medical laboratories, home healthcare agencies, and specialty clinics streamline their administrative operations so they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care. As a Medical Laboratory Technologist with hands-on experience in healthcare administration, I specialize in patient scheduling, insurance verification, prior authorizations, patient intake, medical documentation, billing support, and EHR/EMR management. I understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and compassionate communication in every patient interaction. From the first phone call to post-appointment follow-up, I ensure patients receive timely, professional support while helping healthcare teams maintain organized, efficient workflows. How I Can Support Your Practice 📅 Patient Scheduling & Calendar Management -Schedule, reschedule, and confirm appointments - Manage provider calendars - Send appointment reminders - Help reduce missed appointments through proactive scheduling and reminders 👥 Patient Intake & Registration - Register new patients -Collect demographic and insurance information - Verify medical history and required documentation - Ensure complete and accurate patient onboarding 🛡️ Insurance Verification & Eligibility Checks - Verify active insurance coverage - Confirm patient eligibility and benefits - Coordinate insurance approvals before appointments - Help minimize billing delays and claim issues 📄 Prior Authorizations & Billing Support - Submit and track prior authorization requests - Follow up with insurance companies - Support billing workflows - Maintain accurate insurance documentation 💻 EHR/EMR Documentation - Update patient charts - Document clinical information - Upload laboratory reports - Maintain organized electronic medical records ☎️ Patient Communication - Answer inbound patient calls - Respond to emails professionally - Provide appointment information - Explain office hours, consultation fees, directions, and practice policies - Deliver empathetic and patient-centered customer service 🌐 Telehealth Coordination - Schedule virtual appointments - Send meeting links - Assist patients before telehealth visits - Support providers with virtual clinic coordination 📂 Medical Records Management - Organize patient files - Maintain accurate healthcare documentation - Coordinate laboratory orders and test results - Assist with medication refill requests - Ensure HIPAA-compliant records management 🏥 Healthcare Administrative Support - Front desk and virtual receptionist support - Administrative workflow coordination - Provider and patient communication - Referral coordination - General office administration Healthcare Software & Platforms - MedicTech - ITDose - Carepatron - MTIBA Portal - SLADE - Smart - Cigna Eligibility - Bupa Preauthorization Communication & Productivity Tools - Google Workspace - Microsoft Office - Google Calendar - Microsoft Teams - Zoom - Slack -Calendry -Canva -Freshdesk -Go High level -Follow Up Boss -ClickUp -Zoho Workplace Why Healthcare Teams Choose Me ✔ HIPAA Certified ✔ Strong understanding of healthcare workflows ✔ Excellent patient communication and customer service ✔ Help reduce missed appointments through proactive scheduling and reminders ✔ Accurate medical documentation and data entry ✔ Organized, detail-oriented, and dependable ✔ Fast learner who adapts quickly to new systems ✔ Professional phone, email, and virtual front desk support ✔ Committed to maintaining patient confidentiality and data security What You Can Expect I bring structure, professionalism, and efficiency to busy healthcare environments by ensuring patients receive timely support, providers stay organized, and administrative processes run smoothly. Whether supporting a solo practitioner, a growing medical practice, or a telehealth team, I deliver reliable, high-quality administrative assistance that enhances both patient satisfaction and operational efficiency. If you're looking for a dedicated Medical Virtual Assistant to support patient scheduling, insurance verification, prior authorizations, EHR/EMR documentation, medical records management, telehealth coordination, and day-to-day healthcare administration, I'd be delighted to help your practice succeed.

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Medical Billing & Coding
  • Electronic Health Record
  • Canva
  • Customer Service
  • Insurance Claim Submission
  • HIPAA
  • EMR Data Entry
  • Healthcare
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Phone Communication
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Records
  • Administrative Support
  • Healthcare Management
  • Point of Sale & Payment Systems
  • Asana
  • Trello
  • Patient Care
Allenton M.

Mandaue City, Philippines

$7/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Are you looking for a reliable Healthcare Virtual Assistant who already understands insurance verification, patient intake, and claims processing? I’m a Healthcare Virtual Assistant with 4 years of hands-on experience in healthcare operations, including insurance verification, patient intake, medical documentation, claims processing, and administrative support. I help healthcare teams keep their workflows organized and accurate by handling tasks such as: • Insurance eligibility & benefits verification • Patient intake and information processing • Healthcare claims processing • Medical document and patient-order management • Data entry and administrative support • Patient and client communication • Email and phone support • Appointment scheduling and workflow coordination • Healthcare terminology and process support My experience includes verifying patient insurance coverage through insurance portals and phone calls, reviewing incomplete or missing insurance information, processing healthcare provider claims, and maintaining accurate patient and medical documentation. I’m also experienced with tools and systems including eClinicalWorks (eCW), Brightree, TeleConsole, Slack, Outlook, Google Workspace, and Microsoft 365. What you can expect from me: ✓ Accurate and detail-oriented work ✓ Consistent productivity ✓ Professional communication ✓ Quick adaptation to new workflows and software ✓ Strong understanding of U.S. healthcare administrative processes ✓ Reliable support for day-to-day operations Whether you need someone to handle insurance verification, support your front office, process healthcare documentation, or assist with claims-related tasks, I’m ready to become a dependable extension of your team. Let’s make your healthcare operations more organized, efficient, and manageable.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Healthcare
  • Medical Records
  • Insurance Verification
  • Data Entry
  • Administrative Support
  • Documentation
  • Customer Service
  • Patient Care
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Email Support
  • Phone Support
  • Medical Terminology
  • Healthcare Management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Workspace
  • Data Management
  • Order Processing
  • Customer Support
Nnadozie N.

Lagos, Nigeria

$15/hr
4.9
7 jobs

I’m Nnadozie Nweke, a Doctor of Optometry, with experience supporting healthcare practices with Administrative tasks, medical billing, insurance verification, and revenue cycle management. With a clinical background in optometry and hands-on experience supporting healthcare operations, I understand both sides of healthcare: patient care and the administrative/financial processes that keep medical practices running efficiently. I can help physicians, optometrists, dentists, clinics, hospitals, healthcare organizations, and private practices with: ✅Medical Virtual Assistance – patient intake, appointment scheduling, follow-ups, inbox management, documentation, referrals, and administrative support ✅Medical Billing & Claims – claims submission, claim follow-up, payment posting, denial management, AR follow-up, eligibility verification, and insurance-related tasks ✅Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) – patient registration, insurance verification, charge entry, claims management, denial resolution, accounts receivable, and payment reconciliation ✅Prior Authorization – insurance verification, authorization requests, documentation preparation, and follow-up ✅EHR/EMR Support – clinical documentation, chart review, patient records, data entry, and workflow support ✅Medical Writing – medical reports, clinical documentation, healthcare articles, patient education materials, research-based content, and medical website content ✅Optometry Support – eye-care documentation, patient education, optical/clinical workflows, and optometry-related research and content ✅Healthcare Administrative Support – data entry, scheduling, referral coordination, CRM management, and back-office operations. My Virtual Medical Services Include • Insurance eligibility verification • Prior authorization processing • Charge entry and claim preparation • Claims submission to insurance companies • Payment posting and reconciliation • Denial management and claim appeals • Accounts receivable (AR) follow-up • Patient billing and invoicing • Medical coding support (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS) • Revenue cycle management support Healthcare Software Experience I have experience working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and practice management systems such as: • TherapyNote • eClinicalWorks • Kareo • Athenahealth • NextGen, • Practice Fusion • Eyefinity • Modernizing Medicine EMA • Office Practicum Medical Coding Knowledge I work with commonly used medical coding systems including: • ICD-10 • CPT • HCPCS Why Clinics Work With Me ✔ Doctor of Optometry with real healthcare experience ✔ Top Rated freelancer with a strong track record on Upwork ✔ Deep understanding of medical records and documentation ✔ Accurate and detail-oriented medical billing management ✔ Clear and reliable communication with healthcare teams My goal is to help healthcare providers reduce administrative stress, improve their billing process, and increase successful insurance reimbursements. If you're looking for a reliable Medical Billing Specialist who understands both the clinical

  • Optometry
  • Insurance Verification
  • Insurance Claim Submission
  • Preauthorization
  • Electronic Medical Record
  • Administrative Support
  • Medical Writing
  • Medical Billing & Coding
  • Healthcare
  • Data Entry
  • HIPAA
  • Healthcare Management
  • ICD Coding
Jill P.

Fort Myers, Florida

$200/hr
5.0
20 jobs

I am a Medical Doctor with 20 years of experience in science, healthcare and medical writing - providing insights that drive improvements in patient outcomes and operational efficiency. My expertise spans telehealth, OB hospitalist roles, and medical review - giving me a comprehensive understanding of diverse healthcare systems. I excel at analyzing clinical data, distilling complex information for all audiences, and enhancing patient care through data-driven decisions. With a solid foundation in medicine and clinical management, I ensure that my clients receive informed, timely and accurate information. If you are seeking a knowledgeable professional for medical writing tasks, I am here to help. Let's work together to achieve your goals.

  • Medical Billing & Coding
  • Medical Equipment & Supplies
  • Medical Writing
  • Professional Tone
  • Content Writing
  • Medical Editing
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Report
  • Medical Interpretation
  • Scientific Research
  • Medical Device
  • Medical Imaging
  • Medical Records
  • Medical Records Software
  • Medical Records Research
Djeanelle G.

Manila, Philippines

$15/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I am a dedicated medical doctor and registered medical technologist based in the Philippines, with hands-on clinical experience from rotations in both public and private hospitals and clinics. I am well-versed in medical terminology and scientific research. Quick learner and adept with multitasking even under pressure, I am committed to improving the healthcare system by collaborating with professionals who share the same vision and goals.

  • Medical Editing
  • Medical Device
  • Medical Imaging
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Copy Editing
  • Data Entry
  • EMR Data Entry
  • SEMrush
  • Healthcare Management
  • Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Email Copywriting
  • Content Research
  • Research Papers
  • Medical Billing
  • Communications
  • Email Support
  • Microsoft Word
  • Ghostwriting
Joshua E.

San Diego, California

$100/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I’m a physician with a strong background in medical writing, clinical research, scientific editing, and healthcare communication. My experience includes peer-reviewed publications, cardiovascular and internal medicine research, conference abstracts, literature reviews, and editorial review of scholarly submissions. I specialize in producing accurate, evidence-based medical content while maintaining clarity, professionalism, and scientific integrity. My work has involved collaboration with physicians, researchers, and academic institutions on projects related to cardiology, electrophysiology, heart failure, maternal cardiovascular health, healthcare disparities, and evidence-based medicine. I have contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national and international medical conferences, including work associated with the American Heart Association, European Society of Cardiology, and Mayo Clinic research presentations. In addition to research and publication experience, I have served in editorial review roles evaluating scientific articles and abstracts for quality, accuracy, and clinical relevance. This has strengthened my ability to critically assess medical literature, identify inaccuracies, improve readability, and communicate complex concepts effectively to both professional and general audiences. Services I provide include: • Medical writing • Scientific & research writing • Medical editing & proofreading • AI-generated medical content review • Literature reviews • Manuscript editing • Clinical research assistance • Healthcare blog/article writing • Patient education materials • Case reports & abstracts • Evidence-based fact checking • AMA & APA formatting • Presentation & slide development I understand the importance of precision, deadlines, confidentiality, and professional communication. Whether you need high-quality healthcare articles, manuscript review, research support, or medical content validation, I aim to deliver work that is accurate, reliable, and backed by current medical evidence. Areas of interest and expertise include: Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Electrophysiology | Heart Failure | Preventive Medicine | Healthcare Disparities | Medical Education | Clinical Research I look forward to helping bring high-quality medical and scientific projects to life.

  • Content Writing
  • Academic Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Medical Writing
  • Medical Editing
  • Scientific Writing
  • Medical Records Research
  • Medical Terminology
  • Technical Writing
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Scientific Literature Review
  • Literature Review
  • Healthcare Interoperability
  • AI Content Editing
  • AI Content Creation
  • Scientific Research
  • Nutrition
  • Science & Medicine
  • Health & Fitness

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What does an Optometry freelancer do?

An optometry freelancer operates as an independent licensed clinician who evaluates patient vision and ocular health to diagnose conditions and prescribe corrective treatments. This professional conducts comprehensive eye examinations using specialized diagnostic equipment to assess visual acuity and detect underlying diseases. They interpret clinical data to determine the precise optical corrections required for glasses or contact lenses. Their work bridges primary eye care with specialized medical referrals when complex pathologies emerge.

  • Perform detailed refraction testing with a phoropter to measure visual errors and generate accurate prescriptions for corrective lenses. This process involves analyzing how light focuses on the retina to determine the specific lens power needed for clear distance and near vision. The freelancer documents these findings in the patient record to guide optical dispensing and ensure the prescribed eyewear matches the clinical assessment.
  • Examine anterior and posterior eye structures using a slit lamp biomicroscope and ophthalmoscopy tools to identify signs of disease or injury. This examination includes checking intraocular pressure with tonometry equipment to screen for glaucoma and other optic nerve issues. The clinician records all observable abnormalities and integrates them with the patient history to form a complete diagnostic picture of ocular health.
  • Develop management plans for diagnosed visual conditions and coordinate care by referring patients to ophthalmologists or other specialists when necessary. This responsibility includes counseling patients on treatment options such as vision therapy or medical interventions for dry eye and infections. The freelancer ensures continuity of care by submitting detailed clinical documentation that outlines the diagnosis and recommended next steps for ongoing treatment.

How to hire an Optometry freelancer on Upwork

Step 1: Post a job

Define the clinical scope and patient volume to attract qualified eye care clinicians. Use the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI to draft your listing. Describe your needs in a few sentences and Uma drafts a job post for the role. You can write a new post, update a saved draft, or reuse an existing post.

  • Specify required diagnostic skills such as refraction testing and slit lamp biomicroscopy.
  • List necessary equipment familiarity including phoropters and tonometry devices.
  • Clarify if the role involves direct patient care or remote chart review and documentation.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Review work history for verified clinical experience and specific optometry deliverables. Uma can run instant video interviews and build shortlists with side-by-side comparisons.

  • Check for documented experience in diagnosing ocular diseases and managing treatment plans.
  • Look for clear examples of prescribing corrective lenses based on precise visual acuity measurements.
  • Verify ability to coordinate referrals with ophthalmologists for complex surgical cases.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Discuss clinical protocols and patient communication styles to ensure alignment with your practice. Interviews can be scheduled and conducted within Upwork Messages with an immediate transcript and summary after each one.

  • Ask how they approach differential diagnosis for common conditions like glaucoma or cataracts.
  • Discuss their method for explaining complex vision therapy options to patients clearly.
  • Confirm their comfort level with specific electronic health record systems used in your clinic.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Set clear milestones for patient exams and documentation reviews before starting the contract. Use Upwork Messages and the contract workroom for communication and project management, plus identity verification, payment protection, hourly tracking, and project funds for security.

  • Define exact deliverables such as completed patient records and signed prescription forms.
  • Establish a schedule for regular case reviews and collaborative treatment planning sessions.
  • Agree on protocols for urgent referrals and emergency patient consultation procedures.

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How much does hiring an Optometry freelancer cost?

$200-$600 per project is a typical range for focused Optometry freelancer work. Final pricing depends on scope, technical complexity, required integrations, source-material quality, revision needs, and the freelancer's experience level.

Vision screening and refraction

$200-$400/project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Measured visual acuity and corrective lens prescription
  • Documented patient history and visual system findings
  • Specific guidance for glasses or contact lens parameters

Ocular health assessment

$400-$800/project

Mid-level
  • Detailed anterior segment examination results
  • Recorded intraocular pressure measurements via tonometry
  • Assessment of ocular health status and disease indicators

Clinical documentation review

$800-$1,500/project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Verified accuracy of patient records and exam findings
  • Confirmed adherence to clinical documentation standards
  • List of required updates for incomplete or unclear entries

Treatment plan development

$1,500-$3,000/project

Senior-level
  • Structured approach for diagnosed visual or eye conditions
  • Step-by-step vision therapy or treatment protocol
  • Timeline for monitoring progress and adjusting care

Specialist referral coordination

$3,000-$5,000/project

Expert-level
  • Compiled clinical data for specialist handoff
  • Clear guidance for receiving eye care professionals
  • Summary of next steps and expected specialist interventions

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring an Optometry freelancer worth it?

For most businesses, yes: hiring an Optometry freelancer is worthwhile. This arrangement lets you scale clinical capacity without the overhead of full-time employment. You gain access to licensed professionals who examine patients and prescribe corrective lenses on a flexible basis.

How do I evaluate Optometry freelancer candidates?

Verify that the candidate holds an active Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) license and check their work history for specific clinical outcomes. Look for detailed descriptions of refraction testing and ocular health assessments in their past project records.

What tools does an Optometry freelancer use?

An Optometry freelancer uses a phoropter for refraction testing and a slit lamp for anterior segment examination. They also employ tonometry equipment to measure intraocular pressure and ophthalmoscopy tools for fundus exams.

What deliverables can I expect from an Optometry freelancer?

You will receive clinical documentation of exam findings and prescriptions for corrective lenses. The freelancer also submits treatment plans for diagnosed conditions and referral guidance when specialized care is needed.