MEDICAL CLAIMS PROCESSOR
National employee benefit fund located in Lombard, Illinois (Interstate-88 Corridor) has an immediate opening for an experienced Medical Claims Processor (NOT billing or coding).
Job responsibilities will include processing both electronic and paper medical, dental and HRA claims in a professional and objective, manner based on benefits plan.
Claims Processor will be tasked with day to day claims processing assigned by the manager/supervisor of claims processing.
Duties include ability to multi-task with numerous claims system computer screens, conduct research, and work well with others within the framework of the claims processing team. 95 % of daily work time will be on a computer and within the claims processing software programs.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
1. High school diploma OR GED.
2. 12-18 months medical and dental claims processing experience.
3. Data entry and/or typing experience, at least 40 WPM.
4. Strong Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
5. Analytical and organizational skills and independent decision making skills.
6. Ability to spend approximately 95% of the scheduled time on a computer according to business needs and sit for long periods of time with scheduled breaks.
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:
1. At least 12 months Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical insurance claims processing experience.
2. Experience working with dental inquiries, medical terminology, prescription drug protocol, Medicare, union bargained benefits and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) regulations.
3. Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.
Candidate that will succeed in this position is a reliable, team oriented staff member who works well with others. Employer offers strong benefit package that includes medical coverage, dental, prescription drug, disability, pension plan, annuity plan, vacation as well as competitive salary.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- ICD-10: 2 years (Required)
- Medical Claims Processing: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
