Charge Entry Specialist

Lincoln Surgical Hospital/ Nebraska Surgery Center • Lincoln, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Lincoln Surgical Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Charge Entry Specialist to review patient charts, verify documentation, and accurately post hospital charges to support timely and accurate billing. The role is scheduled for 64 hours per pay period, four days per week, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The regular day off will be either Wednesday or Friday.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.
• Basic proficiency with computers, calculators, telephones, and data entry systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with basic accounting functions and transaction posting.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts following discharge to verify documentation for ancillary charges, implants, and other billable items.
• Accurately enter charges and applicable coding information received from hospital departments.
• Identify unusual, incomplete, or illegible charges and follow up with appropriate personnel for clarification.
• Reconcile posted charge batches to source documentation and promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain timely charge entry with the goal of eliminating backlogs.
• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with hospital policies and established standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Uniform reimbursement
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 24/7 onsite wellness center

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED