Patient Accounting Financial Assessor & AR Specialist

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Financial Assessor Patient Accounting to ensure accurate claim processing and timely accounts receivable management. The role supports third-party payer follow-up, denial analysis, and compliant communications while upholding HIPAA standards.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the Patient Accounting team to meet productivity and quality targets and to participate in system testing and process improvements within a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• One year related work experience or college degree.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and billing practices.
• Extensive experience with PC applications, including Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Learn quickly and meet continuous timelines.
• Exhibit behaviors consistent with principles of excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Meet productivity and quality standards in timely resolution of claim edits and compliant submissions.
• Follow up on third party payer receivables and overturn denials for payment resolution.
• Prepare compliant correspondence to third party payers regarding outstanding accounts receivable.
• Identify opportunities for system and process improvements and report to management.
• Participate in testing for assigned software applications and report issues.
• Attend training and seminars as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mathematical calculations

Excellent communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

Two or more years’ college or college degree

Tools

Epic Systems

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Financial Assessor Patient Accounting to ensure accurate claim processing and timely accounts receivable management. The role supports third-party payer follow-up, denial analysis, and compliant communications while upholding HIPAA standards.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the Patient Accounting team to meet productivity and quality targets and to participate in system testing and process improvements within a fast-paced healthcare environment.