Part-Time Healthcare Operations Assistant (Student)

iHomecare Solutions; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

iHomeCare Solutions is seeking a motivated college student to join our Home Care Division as a Part-Time Operations Assistant. The role focuses on healthcare administration, providing real-world exposure to Pennsylvania Medicaid, CHC, billing, and compliance within a growing home care operation.

The position is designed for students enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program who want to understand the business side of healthcare while gaining professional experience through hands-on projects

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Management, Health Systems Management, Health Services Administration, or a closely related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Willingness to learn new healthcare systems and processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interest in healthcare operations, management, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily administrative operations of the Home Care Division.
• Support scheduling, service coordination, and operational workflows.
• Assist with maintaining organized administrative and operational records.
• Participate in operational meetings and special projects.
• Help identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.
• Learn the structure of Pennsylvania Medicaid and CHC and how MCOs operate.
• Assist with tracking service authorizations and documentation.
• Learn how provider agencies coordinate with MCOs and service coordinators.
• Develop an understanding of payer requirements and reimbursement processes.
• Gain exposure to home care billing and reimbursement.
• Assist with reviewing service documentation for billing accuracy.
• Learn how authorizations, service delivery, and billing are connected.
• Assist with tracking outstanding administrative or billing-related items.
• Maintain compliance documentation and administrative records.
• Learn about healthcare policies, regulations, and payer requirements.
• Support internal quality assurance activities.
• Assist with preparing reports and monitoring operational performance.
• Work alongside experienced healthcare leadership and participate in projects involving operational improvement.
• Develop professional communication, time management, and analytical skills.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Organizational skills

MS Office

Confidentiality

Eagerness to learn

Teamwork

Education

Healthcare Admin degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

Job description

iHomeCare Solutions is seeking a motivated college student to join our Home Care Division as a Part-Time Operations Assistant. The role focuses on healthcare administration, providing real-world exposure to Pennsylvania Medicaid, CHC, billing, and compliance within a growing home care operation.

The position is designed for students enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program who want to understand the business side of healthcare while gaining professional experience through hands-on projects