Accounts Recievable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

A busy and well-established pediatric dental practice in Chattanooga, TN is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the financial operations of a high-volume clinical environment.

This role is responsible for managing insurance follow-ups, resolving outstanding claims, and helping maintain organized billing systems that support the financial health of the practice.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with insurance companies, and experienced in dental billing workflows. This position plays an important role in ensuring claims are processed efficiently and accounts remain up to date.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable Management

• Monitor and manage outstanding insurance claims and patient balances
• Follow up with insurance companies regarding unpaid or delayed claims
• Research and resolve claim denials or payment discrepancies
• Ensure timely claim submission and accurate billing processes

Insurance Coordination

• Communicate with insurance companies to verify claim status
• Review explanations of benefits (EOBs) and post payments accurately
• Identify and correct billing or coding issues when necessary

Financial Workflow Support

• Maintain organized billing records and documentation
• Work closely with the front office and billing team to ensure accurate account information
• Help maintain efficient financial workflows within the practice

Team Collaboration

• Communicate with administrative and clinical staff regarding account issues
• Support the practice in maintaining consistent financial processes
• Contribute to an organized and professional office environment

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of dental billing or accounts receivable experience
• Experience working with dental insurance claims and billing systems
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate confidently with insurance companies
• Organized and comfortable managing multiple accounts simultaneously

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Monday–Thursday schedule (Fridays off)
• Opportunity to work with a well-established pediatric dental team
• Organized systems and supportive work environment
• A stable role within a busy and growing practice



If you have experience with dental billing and insurance follow-ups and enjoy helping practices maintain organized financial systems, we’d love to hear from you.