Part-Time Medical Billing Specialist – Mission-Driven

Sisters of Mercy; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Sisters of Mercy in Cumberland, RI, is seeking a part-time Medical Billing Specialist to manage health insurance billing and claims processing. You will verify eligibility, submit claims, monitor receivables, and ensure HIPAA compliance while supporting the Institute's mission.

This in-office role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with the Director of Sister Health Insurance & Benefits, and maintaining confidential financial records in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting or patient care office experience.
• Knowledge of Sisters of Mercy charism and mission values.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Process medical claims and submit to payers accurately and timely.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on aging claims.
• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits before submission.
• Investigate and resolve claim denials and resubmit as needed.
• Review billing and coding for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain health benefits and patient records in billing systems.
• Follow HIPAA requirements and payer guidelines.
• Prepare billing reports and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve billing accuracy and efficiency.
• Respond to billing questions clearly and professionally.
• Support training of junior billing staff as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Independent worker

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge

General ledger software

Job description

The Sisters of Mercy in Cumberland, RI, is seeking a part-time Medical Billing Specialist to manage health insurance billing and claims processing. You will verify eligibility, submit claims, monitor receivables, and ensure HIPAA compliance while supporting the Institute's mission.

This in-office role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with the Director of Sister Health Insurance & Benefits, and maintaining confidential financial records in a community-focused environment.