Job Description
Job Description
Launch Your Healthcare Career: Insurance Verification Specialist - $19-$22/hr | Contract-to-Hire | Valhalla, NY!
Job Title: Insurance Verification Specialist
Location: Valhalla, NY
Pay Rate: $19-$22 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Duration: 5-month contract-to-hire opportunity
About the Opportunity
Medix is partnering with a leading hospital in Valhalla, NY, to hire an Insurance Verification Specialist for their Billing Department. This is a great opportunity to leverage your healthcare experience in insurance verification while working toward a potential permanent role with a reputable organization.
Key Responsibilities
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Contact insurance companies to verify patient eligibility and benefits for services
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Accurately enter and maintain insurance details in hospital systems, including policy numbers, coverage dates, and services
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Obtain pre-authorizations and pre-certifications as required for hospital procedures
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Communicate with patients regarding insurance coverage issues, out-of-network concerns, deductibles, and necessary updates
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Collaborate with billing and revenue cycle teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure proper claim submission
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Assist in follow-up and resolution of denied or rejected claims by gathering and submitting additional documentation
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Maintain compliance with HIPAA and all regulatory requirements
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Provide excellent customer service by answering patient inquiries related to insurance, billing, and coverage details
Requirements
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Prior experience verifying insurance coverage in a hospital, clinic, or healthcare environment
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Knowledge of working with all major insurances, including Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial plans
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Ability to check eligibility and secure pre-authorizations or pre-certifications
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor
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Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment
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Familiarity with medical terminology and billing processes preferred
Nice to Have
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Previous experience in hospital revenue cycle or billing office settings
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Exposure to EPIC or other EMR systems
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Experience handling both professional and facility claims processes
Why Work with Medix?
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Weekly pay and direct deposit
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Dedicated recruiter support throughout the process
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Health, dental, and vision benefits while on assignment
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Potential for permanent placement after 5 months
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Join a reputable hospital system and advance your healthcare career
For California Applicants:
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
Company DescriptionHere at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.
Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?
Company Description
Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.\r\n\r\nOur commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?