Join our team and remember why you wanted to work in healthcare to begin with. We are looking for an organized and friendly self-starter to join our team as an Insurance Verification Specialist. At our health center, JeffCare strives for work-life balance. In addition to weekends, evenings, and all state holidays off, JeffCare employees work reasonable shifts and accrue paid annual and sick leave.

JeffCare is a Federally Qualified Health Center offering primary care and behavioral health from two sites in Metairie and Marrero. It’s a program of Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority. This position is located in the greater New Orleans metropolitan area in Marrero, LA.

Compensation, Benefits & More 

• No on-call or weekend work 
• Competitive salary 
• Insurance: Great insurance package (Generous health plan options, as well as dental, vision, and life options) 
• Generous Paid leave: Generous paid annual and sick leave (does not expire) in addition to at least 10-13 paid official state holidays 
• Flexible work schedule 
• Retirement: Great retirement options 
• Student loan debt repayment: May qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) or other programs for student loan debt 
• Free, nearby parking 
• Tobacco-free environment 
• Filtered water stations 

Responsibilities

• Determine primary/secondary insurance carriers and verify benefit coverage and ensure data is entered.
• Collect and input insurance information into the electronic health record system.
• Follow up with insurance companies to ensure accuracy of information as needed.
• Calculate patient liability amount due on date of service.
• Inform the patient of disclosures concerning out of network providers and insurances.
• Ensure all contact with patients is recorded in the electronic health record system.
• Observe patient confidentiality at all times and adheres to all HIPPA guidelines.
• Stay compliant with all financial policies and procedures of the department and facility.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients regarding insurance coverage and eligibility.
• Resolve discrepancies in insurance information.

Qualifications & Skills

• One year of experience in insurance verification preferred
• One year of experience in medical billing preferred
• Respectful and cooperative work style
• Excellent communication skills
• Careful attention to detail and accuracy

Contact 

Put your skills to work for the greater good. Apply for this position by submitting a resume to Mark Zinter at mzinter@jphsa.org.

About Us

If you support increasing access to healthcare and important community services, you’ll love our mission. Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA) helps individuals and families in Jefferson Parish affected by mental illness, addictive disorders, and developmental disabilities to live full, healthy, independent and productive lives. JPHSA’s JeffCare Community Health Centers provide primary care and behavioral healthcare services for all ages.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person