Emerge Pediatric Therapy is looking for a full time Billing Assistant to add to their growing team! This person would act as an assistant to the Billing Manager. This person should reside within North Carolina for occasional in-office meetings, but would be able to work remotely.

Why Emerge Pediatric Therapy?

Emerge is a fast-paced, fun-loving, leader in the Triangle area for pediatric occupational, speech, and physical therapy! Our mission is to enhance the lives of the children we serve and the families who love them by providing a fun, nurturing, and supportive therapeutic environment. We have expanded greatly in the last 3 years and since 2020, we have opened two additional locations. Emerge is a growth-driven company. Our future goals are many and include expanding our team, further developing our team’s specialty skills, and becoming the #1 sought-after pediatric clinic for both clients and employees.

Responsibilities

The Billing Assistant’s purpose is to ensure that delegated tasks related to billing and collections are completed correctly and efficiently. This may be accomplished in the following ways:

• Perform insurance verifications
• EOB Payment Posting into EHR system
  • Input Manual checks
  • Download and post manual checks
  • Review all postings to ensure accurate allocations
• Some research for denied claims and/or partial payments
• Claim submissions as needed
• Making outbound calls to insurance companies, patients and physician offices as needed
• Coordinates and follows up with clinical and office staff to assist in billing matters
• Accurately documents and maintains client files in company EHR and payer online systems
• Any other tasks delegated by the Billing Manager after provided with the proper training

• Knowledge of NC Medicaid and Medicaid Managed Care Organizations payers as it relates to documentation and reimbursement requirements
• Familiarity with EHR systems and Proficient in computer literacy
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize duties
• Effective and efficient problem solver
• Flexible with the ability to adapt quickly to changes
• Exhibits responsibility and professionalism
• Great communication skills
• Desire to learn and advance skill set
• Driven to reach goals/targets
• Creative
• Ability to start and foster relationships
• Excellent attendance record and punctuality
• Likes to work in a fast paced environment with others
• Enjoys the pediatric population and their families

Compensation

Hourly pay up to 40 hours at a rate of between $17-19/hour depending on experience