Medical Assistant/ ACO coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical Assistant to support our participation in an Accountable Care Organization (ACO) program .This role blends traditional clinical support with population health, quality reporting, and coding-related responsibilities. The ideal candidate understands CPT and ICD-10 diagnosis codes and is comfortable working with care coordination and quality measures.

Key Responsibilities

• Support ACO initiatives including quality measures, care gaps and population health workflows
• Assist with accurate documentation and review CPT and ICD-1- diagnosis codes
• Identify and flag care gaps (e.g., preventative screenings, chronic condition follow-ups)
• Coordinate patient outreach related to ACO quality measures and annual wellness visits
• Assist providers with clinical documentation to support accurate coding and compliance
• Maintain accurate patient records in the EHR
• Communicate with patient regarding appointments, labs, referrals, and care plans
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to meet ACO performance goals
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Certified or registered Medical Assistant preferred
• Experience in working a primary care or value-based care setting
• Working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 diagnosis codes
• Familiarity with ACO, Medicare, or value-based care programs
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Comfortable using electronic health records (EHRs)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills