Medical Billing Assistant

TEKsystems • Rochester, NY

3d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Biller supports a healthcare billing team by completing data entry and verification work to keep patient accounts accurate and up to date. Previous medical billing experience is not required, and training will be provided. Candidates with experience in data entry, office administration, healthcare, customer service, or other computer-based administrative roles are encouraged to apply.

This is a fully onsite, contract-to-hire position in Rochester, New York. The role is computer-based throughout the day and involves working extensively in Microsoft Excel and navigating multiple computer systems, websites, and patient records. The employee works with a billing team of approximately 20 people, manages assigned tasks independently, and is expected to stay productive with minimal supervision. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The office is recently updated, and the employee will have an individual cubicle.

The pay range is $18.25–$18.50 per hour. Individual compensation depends on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, and internal equity. Benefits may be available subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.

Requirements

• Data entry, administrative, healthcare, or customer service experience.
• Microsoft Excel experience.
• Strong computer skills and comfort working across multiple systems.
• Ability to navigate Microsoft Windows and Outlook.
• Strong data entry skills and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Dependability, strong attendance, and punctuality.
• Comfort working independently while also being a team player.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Basic medical terminology knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Enter and update patient account information in billing systems.
• Process new information and documentation for patient accounts.
• Review accounts to identify missing or incomplete information.
• Research and obtain information needed to complete patient records.
• Contact current patients when additional account information is needed.
• Process paper reports and enter updates into internal systems.
• Work extensively in Microsoft Excel.
• Navigate between multiple computer systems, websites, and patient records.
• Maintain accurate data while handling a high volume of information.
• Work closely with the billing team while independently managing assigned tasks.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
• Voluntary life insurance and AD&D coverage for the employee and dependents
• Short- and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed