Office Assistant/Insurance Specialist- Full-Time- Temp- New Haven, CT

Northwell Health; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Office Assistant/Insurance Specialist, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the office. This position involves a variety of administrative tasks, from managing insurance claims to overseeing office supplies. You'll have the opportunity to train and supervise staff while maintaining high standards of customer service. If you have a passion for organization and a background in healthcare administration, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive environment. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values efficiency and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and billing processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support and manage office files efficiently.
• Verify insurance claims and ensure timely billing processes.

Skills

Administrative Experience

Healthcare Billing

Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Office Administration

Tools

Automated Billing Systems

O&P Software Medflex/OPIE

Job description

FlexStaff

Job Description:

FlexStaff is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Office Assistant/Insurance Specialist to join our client's dynamic team. This role involves providing essential clerical support and administrative duties to ensure the efficient operation of the office. Key responsibilities include answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, preparing documents, overseeing the petty cash fund, and maintaining office supply inventory. Additionally, you will manage office files, implementing an accessible and organized filing system.

This position is located in New Haven, CT

As an Office Assistant/Insurance Specialist, your duties will include obtaining accurate insurance information, verifying and pre-authorizing insurance claims, and ensuring timely and accurate billing processes. You will review clinician charts for completeness, monitor key statistics related to sales, revenue, cash flow, and patient flow, and coordinate practitioner schedules to optimize patient appointments. The role also involves training and supervising administrative staff while maintaining high customer service standards.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in office administration or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of administrative and clerical experience required.
• At least three years of healthcare billing/collections experience required; experience in orthopedics preferred.
• Complete understanding of medical reimbursement and terminology.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with automated billing systems (O&P Software Medflex/OPIE preferred).
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

*Additional Salary Detail: The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of this advertisement and may be modified in the future. Several factors, including location, experience, education, and credentials, may influence the final offer.