Unemployed? $17/hr (1 year of general customer service req'd)

This position is in Monroeville, PA.

Steps to qualify:

1. email resume

2. Speak with an Aerotek recruiter

3. Take 2 assessments - 30 minutes long (typing and customer service) - must have computer access - not able to take on smart phone

4. Schedule Aerotek Pittsburgh office interview

Position Overview:

Duration: 60-120 day contract (No real chance of permanent placement)

Pay: $17/hr.

Shift: First 60 days are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (30 hours per week); can expect 45 hours per week after that and a shift between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Interview Dates: October 3rd - 7th.

Start Date: November 1st

Job duties include:

Under close supervision of the project Team Coordinators / Management team, the Benefits Verification Specialist will contact insurance companies, on behalf of the physician's office, to verify patient specific benefits. The Benefits Verification Specialist will ask appropriate questions regarding patient's benefits and complete data entry and/or appropriate forms to document patient's benefits coverage. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Collects and reviews all patient insurance information needed to complete the benefit verification process. * Verifies patient specific benefits and precisely documents specifics for various payer plans including patient coverage, cost share, and access/provider options according to Program specific SOPs. * Verification process could include electronic validation of pharmacy coverage and medical eligibility. * Identifies any restrictions and details on how to expedite patient access. * Could include documenting and initiating prior authorization process, claims appeals, etc. * Completes quality review of work as part of finalizing product. * Reports any reimbursement trends/delays to supervisor. * Performs related duties and special projects as assigned. * Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment. * Work requires focus, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to changing work situations. * This position requires that the Associate be seated most of the day.

Required Skills:

• Proficient Windows based experience including fundamentals of data entry/typing * Working knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel * Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism * Independent problem solver, good decision maker, and robust analytical skills * Strong attention to detail * Effective written and verbal communication

Preferred:

At least 1 year of general customer service (not less than a year)

* High school diploma or GED minimally required. Two (2) + years directly related and progressively responsible experience and/or college degree. * Specific experience in medical office administration, benefit verification, coding, claims processing or customer service at an insurance company a plus * Broader experience/training may be considered in fields such as case management, social services and pharmacy technician. * Familiarity with verification of insurance benefits a plus. * Fundamental understanding of key payers including Medicaid, Medicare and private payers * Strong customer service experience

About Aerotek:

Aerotek, headquartered in Hanover, Md., is a leading provider of technical, professional and industrial staffing services. Established in 1983, Aerotek is an operating company of Allegis Group, the largest provider of staffing services in the U.S. Aerotek operates a network of more than 200 non-franchised offices throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. For more information, visit .

Aerotek is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.