Intake Specialist

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Parental leave and adoption support

Job summary

Blue Cross NC is hiring an Intake Specialist for a Remote Flex/Hybrid role in North Carolina. You will process member and provider requests, verify benefits and eligibility, and document interactions for review. A high school diploma or GED and 3+ years in related work are required.

The role offers flexible, hybrid work with in-person collaboration two days a week. The team emphasizes timely processing, minimizing unpaid claims, and supporting special projects.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused data entry and document management.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing requests.
• Ability to review and process member/provider inquiries per guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Process requests via phone, email, fax, and mail.
• Verify benefits and eligibility and provider setup.
• Document data and route unresolved items for follow-up.
• Perform peer audits and support education on prior approvals.

Skills

Customer Service

Data Entry

Inquiry Handling

Documentations

Scheduling

Clinical Evaluations

Clinical Review

Job Interviews

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Job description

## Intake SpecialistApply: Remote Flex - North Carolina: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 21, 2026 (3 days left to apply): RQ0019560**Job Description**We’re hiring an Intake Specialist to join the Commercial Pharmacy & UM Operations team! Based on established guidelines, the Intake Specialist processes a variety of internal and external member/provider requests and transactions,. Receives, screens, and enters data in preparation for review. Complies with timeliness standards and reduces unpaid claims and rework by accurately processing requests. May also assist on special projects as needed.At Blue Cross NC, we’re making health care better for all – by listening deeply, challenging what’s possible, and putting care at the heart of everything we do. Join a purpose driven team where ideas spark change, growth is encouraged, collaboration fuels impact, and you’re supported with the flexibility and trust to do meaningful work.**What You’ll Do** * Process a variety of requests, inquiries and transactions via phone, email, fax, and mail* Review requests to ensure accuracy* Support internal & external customers via phone or email* Document all pertinent information related to the call/inquiry, attach supporting information as applicable and if unable to resolve route to appropriate area for follow up as applicable* Gather and analyze data to provide feedback to Team Leads on employee development needs and/or specific providers requiring education on prior approval or pre-certification process* Screen inquiries to determine if authorization is required* Verify member benefits and eligibility and/or provider setup.* Maintain and update Service Requests and research incorrect or missing information.* Triage and assign all incoming inquiries in a timely, efficient manner throughout the day to appropriate staff* Perform Peer Audits monthly as required* Provide clinical review outcome notification to members and providers (verbal and written)**What You Bring** * High school diploma or GED* 3+ years of experience in related field. *At this time, Blue Cross NC will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.***What You’ll Get*** The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community* Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work* Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs* Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance* Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education* 401k match including an annual company contribution* Learn more **Where You’ll Work** Our Hybrid Flex approach is built on presence with a purpose – giving you flexibility to work remotely with intentional in-person connection – that supports a workplace that’s flexible, connected, and future focused. In a Hybrid-Flex role, you’ll work in the office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection. In a Remote Flex role, you’ll work virtually, with a few in-office visits each year for meaningful moments that matter. Whether your role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any states listed on this job posting. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process.**Salary Range**At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus\\*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.*\\*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.*$41,600.00 - $66,561.00**Skills**Accounting, Clinical Evaluations, Clinical Review, Customer Service, Data Entry, Documentations, Inquiry Handling, Job Interviews, Scheduling, Time Management