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What is an insurance temp?

Insurance Temps are temporary employees hired by insurance companies or agencies to assist with a variety of tasks, such as processing claims, handling customer inquiries, data entry, and administrative support. These positions are typically short-term and may be used to cover for staff absences, handle seasonal workload increases, or assist during special projects. Insurance Temps often work through staffing agencies and may have the opportunity to transition to permanent roles depending on performance and business needs.

What are some typical challenges faced by an insurance temp, and how can they effectively navigate them?

Insurance Temp professionals often face the challenge of quickly adapting to new systems, workflows, and company cultures, as assignments may vary between agencies or departments. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to learning can help temps integrate smoothly and perform efficiently. It's also common to manage fluctuating workloads and shifting priorities, so staying organized and asking clarifying questions when needed can be invaluable. Building positive relationships with permanent staff can enhance collaboration and may even open doors to longer-term opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an insurance temp, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Insurance Temp, you need a solid understanding of insurance principles, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or relevant experience in administrative or customer service roles. Familiarity with insurance management systems, claims processing software, and basic Microsoft Office applications is typically required. Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and effective communication help you excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. These competencies ensure accurate processing, customer satisfaction, and seamless support for permanent staff during peak periods or transitions.

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Office Admin/Insurance Authorization Specialist (Temp to Perm)

East Meadow, NY

FlexStaff Commercial Temp
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Full-time, Temporary

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

FlexStaff is hiring an Office Admin/Insurance Authorization Specialist for our client on a temp to perm basis. 

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30a.m - 5:30p.m
Location: On-Site East Meadow, NY
Hourly Rate: 23 to 25 an hour

Responsibilities:
Provides clerical support when needed to assist clerical staff with assigned administrative duties such as answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, and preparing documents.

  • Oversees petty cash fund.
  • Maintains inventory of office supplies; orders new supplies as needed.
  • Maintains office files; implements an efficient system for other staff to access files and records.
  • Train, supervise and manage administrative office staff to ensure the highest level of customer service.
  • Obtain accurate insurance information, verification, and pre-authorization via appropriate method.
  • Verify that all billing is processed daily and that it is accurate, timely, and fully documented.
  • Review clinician charts for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulations.
  • Provide or oversee timely reporting of key statistics to management for sales, revenue, cash, and patient flow.
  • Coordinate scheduling of practitioner schedules to ensure proper coverage of patient appointments and out-of-office calls.
  • Assists in overseeing the operations for the administrative/clerical staff within the office.
  • May handle or assist with discipline of employees in accordance with company policy.

Required Skills/Abilities:
Complete understanding of medical reimbursement and terminology.

  • Strong knowledge of state, federal and regional collection, and reimbursement laws where applicable.
  • Experience with patient financial counseling. The ability to train/coach others in these skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, oral (including telephone) and written communication skills.
  • Understanding of medical reimbursement and terminology and a complete understanding of general office duties.
  • Basic understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
  • Advanced computer skills including Windows based office technologies and automated billing systems.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. The ability to train/coach others in these skills.
  • Ability to use all necessary office equipment, facsimile machines, calculator, postage machine, copiers, scanner. The ability to train/coach others in these skills.
  • Extensive knowledge of office management procedures.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

  1. Associate degree in office administration or related field preferred.
  2. At least three years of administrative and clerical experience required.
  3. At least three years healthcare billing/collections experience required.
  4. Experience in Orthopedics preferred.
  5. O&P Software (Medflex/OPIE), preferred.
    *Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

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