Billing/Scheduling Associate II (PRN) - Cardiology

Washington University; Missouri; On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Billing/Scheduling Associate II (PRN) for the Cardiology department. The role involves obtaining insurance details, counseling patients on financial assistance, and handling phone/email scheduling and registrations.

You will review schedules, assist with chart retrieval, and support billing inquiries. Prior experience in medical office billing and EHR systems is preferred; part-time, on-campus position at the Washington University Medical Campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 3 years relevant experience.
• Experience with billing and scheduling in a medical office.
• Proficient with Epic EHR and Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Obtains insurance information from patients and counsels on financial assistance.
• Registers new patients and assists with form completion.
• Manages scheduling and reminders; handles basic account maintenance.

Skills

Billing Systems

Customer Service

Epic EHR

Financial Information

Insurance

Interpersonal Communication

Medical Office Support

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word

Organizing

Prioritization

Scheduling

Third Party Claims

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic EHR

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word

Job description

Billing/Scheduling Associate II (PRN) - Cardiology# Join us today## Billing/Scheduling Associate II (PRN) - CardiologyApply: On Campus/Onsite: Washington University Medical Campus: Part time: Posted Today: JR98359# **Location**SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110# **Position Summary**Obtains insurance information and referral forms and counsels patients on financial assistance over the phone. Schedules and registers patients over the phone or by email, with no patient contact.# **Job Description****Primary Duties & Responsibilities:*** Obtains insurance information from patients and counsels alternative ways for financial assistance.* Registers all new patients, assisting with form completion.* Reviews schedule for new patients, updating when necessary.* Retrieves chart, prepares schedules and assists with patient/office workflow as required.* Calls patients with appointment time reminders, obtaining insurance information and referral forms.* Explains billing process to patients, answers incoming inquiries from patients and third-party payers.* Assists patients with insurance questions regarding the billing process.* Assists staff with sending out reminder cards and other scheduling duties; assists with basic account maintenance activities.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Working Conditions:**Job Location/Working Conditions* Normal office environment* Patient care settingPhysical Effort* Typically sitting at desk or tableEquipment* Office equipmentThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.# **Required Qualifications****Education:**High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.**Certifications/Professional Licenses:**No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.**Work Experience:**Relevant Experience (3 Years)**Skills:**Not Applicable**Driver's License:**A driver's license is not required for this position.# **More About This Job**WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.# **Preferred Qualifications****Education:**No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Certifications/Professional Licenses:**No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Work Experience:**No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Skills:**Billing Systems, Customer Service, Epic EHR, Financial Information, Insurance, Interpersonal Communication, Medical Office Support, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Organizing, Prioritization, Scheduling, Third Party Claims# **Grade**G06-H**Salary Range**$17.87 - $27.06 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.