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Job Title: Mental Health / Behavioral Health Medical Virtual Assistant Position type: Part-Time Work hours: Between 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time(Schedule flexibility may be discussed based on practice needs) Work days: Mondays to Fridays Salary: $5 - $6 per hour depending on experience Job code: JA-TATSNY Workplace: Remote Preferred Candidate Location: Philippines Scope of Work/Responsibilities Our client is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Mental Health/Behavioral Health Medical Virtual Assistant to assist with patient intake, referral management, insurance verification, appointment scheduling, and patient communication. The ideal candidate has previous experience in behavioral health or mental health administration and is comfortable handling patient interactions professionally and empathetically. This role is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, experience with EMR/EHR systems, and the ability to manage multiple administrative tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Patient Intake & Referral Management Respond to and vet incoming patient referrals Manage the new patient intake process from initial inquiry to scheduling Enter new patient information accurately into the EMR/EHR system Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits Coordinate and schedule 15–20 minute consultation calls and full patient appointments. Patient Communication Handle inbound phone calls and new patient inquiries professionally Follow up with patients regarding appointment confirmations, cancellations, rescheduling requests, insurance information, and missing documents. Maintain compassionate and professional communication with behavioral health patients Administrative Support Manage and organize patient contact lists Reactivate previous patients when appropriate Monitor and manage emails and administrative correspondence Assist with maintaining smooth daily clinic operations Important Notes This is not a sales role, but the Virtual Assistant will be responsible for handling initial patient consultations, patient inquiries, and appointment coordination. Candidates with experience in customer service, appointment setting, call center support, or client coordination are encouraged to apply. Requirements Required: Experience working as a Medical Virtual Assistant, Intake Coordinator, or similar healthcare administrative role Previous experience in behavioral health or mental health practice administration Experience with new patient intake, referral management, and insurance verification. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems (Therapy Notes experience is a plus) Excellent phone handling and patient communication skills Strong organizational and multitasking abilities High attention to detail and professionalism Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality Preferred: Experience in customer service, appointment setting, or patient coordination Background in healthcare scheduling or medical office support Comfortable handling high volumes of patient inquiries Basic requirements Must be proficient in speaking and writing English very clearly Must have relevant work experience Be able to submit an NBI clearance and/or Local Police Clearance background check before onboarding [mandatory] Must be available for video meetings with your camera on (when needed) Technical requirements Device: Reliable laptop or desktop computer. Internet: High-speed connection (minimum 10 Mbps). Audio: Noise-canceling headset. Video: Webcam for virtual meetings. Workspace: Quiet, professional environment. Benefits Dedicated HR & Contractor Support Team: Access to world-class support for questions, guidance, contract matters, and client communication. Premium VPN Access (Optional): A secure VPN license can be provided upon request to enhance privacy and security for client-related tasks. HIPAA & Cy