Medical Billing Assistant

Medical Billing AssistantThe medical billing assistant is responsible for aiding the Billing Manager in processing medical claims, working claim denials, assessing insurance discrepancies, and posting primary and secondary payments.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPreparing and submitting billing data and medical claims to insurance companiesEnsuring each patient's medical information is accurate and up to datePreparing bills and invoices and document amounts due to medical procedures and servicesBookkeeping responsibilities through QuickBooks OnlineJob CharacteristicsSteady, even pace to promote accuracy and quality of workRepetitive routinesComplete set of procedures and tasks completed before new ones are begunTechnical/analytical focusWork within established systems, standards, and proceduresCommunication based on job knowledge and expertiseDecision-making within a clearly defined job scopeFocused on job knowledge and expertise Helpful, supportive communication with management and peersCollaborative approach in the structured job environmentAbility to advance within the organizationThe ideal candidate would possessStrong communication skillsSelf-motivatedBasic knowledge of the insurance processDetail-orientedAbility to multitaskAbility to work well alone and in a group settingExcited to learn and be a part of an outstanding teamSome experience with QuickBooks Online or Xero accounting softwareBenefits100% coverage of your vision and dental insurance beginning the 1st of the following month100% coverage of your health up to 500 dollars/month beginning the 1st of the following month3% towards a 401k after six months of employment1-week of PTO accrued over the year that increases after your initial year of employment1-week sick leave accrued over the year; can be used for family members as wellShort-term disability after one month of employmentLong-term disability after one month of employment$50,000 Life Insurance PolicyNO EXPERIENCE PREFERRED!