Appeals Specialist

Kelly; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Retirement plan access

Holiday pay and bonuses

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Appeals Specialist in Columbia, SC for a contract role (through February 2027) with a $17.00/hour pay rate. Typical day includes performing non-medical reviews, processing redetermination letters, generating reports, and preparing documentation for legal inquiries using standard software tools.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent, at least 2 years of related experience, and strong skills in MS Office, organization, and communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, customer service, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong judgment and proficiency in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-medical reviews and process redetermination letters with timeliness and accuracy.
• Prepare unit reports, analyze workload, and process issues using various software tools.
• Update letters and documents within the department as needed.
• Gather and prepare documentation for legal inquiries and administrative requests.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Feeling stuck? Put your career in motion with a great, new opportunity. Join the Kelly team as an Appeals Specialist to work at a leading organization in Columbia, SC.

Pay Rate: $17.00/hour (Contract until February 2027)

Shift: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM

What’s a typical day as Appeals Specialist? You’ll be:

• Performing non-medical reviews and processing redetermination letters, ensuring timeliness and accuracy
• Preparing unit reports, analyzing and interpreting workload, and processing issues using various software tools
• Updating letters and documents within the department as needed
• Gathering and preparing documentation for legal inquiries and administrative requests

This Job Might Be An Outstanding Fit If You

• Have a High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Possess at least 2 years of experience in a related field
• Demonstrate proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software, particularly Microsoft Office
• Exhibit excellent organizational, customer service, and written and verbal communication skills
• Have strong judgment skills, and proficiency in spelling, punctuation, and grammar

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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About Kelly

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