Medical Precertification Specialist – Growth & Training

TEKsystems; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits

Dental & Vision

401k

HSA

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

TEKsystems seeks a Medical Precertification Specialist in Washington, DC to support a large healthcare client base in the DMV area. This contract-to-hire (6 months) role focuses on prior authorization, precertification, and accurate charge entry within the Practice Management System.

Responsibilities include verifying demographics and insurance, scheduling, and ensuring data quality for billing, with opportunities for growth, training, and benefits as part of a stable, publicly traded employer.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Prior Authorization, Precertification, or Charge Entry.
• Associate’s Degree required.
• EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to achievement of department goals while adhering to policies and safety standards.
• Verifies patient demographics and insurance information in the Practice Management System.
• Schedules appointments/procedures and enters relevant data for billing and medical records.
• Communicates with patients and healthcare staff to coordinate efficient flow and data accuracy.
• Ensures compliance with state, local, and federal regulations and organizational policies.
• Obtains referrals and authorizations and forwards to the A/R department within two days of service.

Skills

Prior Authorization

Precertification

Charge Entry

Education

Associate’s Degree

Tools

EMR system

Job description

TEKsystems seeks a Medical Precertification Specialist in Washington, DC to support a large healthcare client base in the DMV area. This contract-to-hire (6 months) role focuses on prior authorization, precertification, and accurate charge entry within the Practice Management System.

Responsibilities include verifying demographics and insurance, scheduling, and ensuring data quality for billing, with opportunities for growth, training, and benefits as part of a stable, publicly traded employer.