Financial Assessor Patient Accounting - Remote

Overview

The Financial Assessor Patient Accounting role is essential to Northwestern Medicine's mission of providing high-quality healthcare. This position involves managing patient accounts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining a high standard of service.

In Short

• Full-time position focused on patient accounting.
• Remote work available for residents in IL, IN, IA, or WI.
• Responsibilities include timely resolution of claim edits and follow-ups.
• Must ensure compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
• Requires strong communication and customer service skills.
• Experience with medical billing and insurance processes is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Epic Systems is beneficial.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations is essential.
• Opportunities for process improvement and special projects.
• Full benefits package offered.

Requirements

• High School diploma required.
• One year of related work experience or a college degree.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and billing practices.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with HIPAA standards and insurance regulations.
• Proficiency in PC applications, especially Excel.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work needs.
• High-level problem-solving and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits including tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Sign-on bonus eligibility for certain candidates.
• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.