Financial Coordinator at RWJBarnabas Health – Livingston, New Jersey

Job Title: Financial Coordinator

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Organ Transplants

Req #: 0000206169

Status: per hour

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $21.17 - $26.74 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated per hour wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Financial Coordinator will manage claims processing specifically for pre-transplant procedures and ensure accurate billing using the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) hospital and provider claim work queues.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or proof of completion (GED)
• Proven experience in medical billing and claims processing, preferably in a healthcare setting
• In-depth knowledge of medical billing, coding, and reimbursement methodologies.
• Emphasis on computer literacy and communication skills, such as Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, finance, or a related field
• Familiarity with Epic or similar electronic health record systems is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Successful completion of all training and orientation programs.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift: Day:
• Full-Time: 37.5

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates various aspects of financial reimbursement for the transplant program
• Provides quality service to patients by performing a comprehensive assessment of their insurance status prior to transplant
• Maintains quality standards by documenting all information related to financial issues and provides maintenance of relationships through constant communication with transplant team members and outside consumers/providers
• Manage claims processing specifically for pre-transplant procedures and ensure accurate billing using the Electronic Medical Record hospital and provider claim work queues
• Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to reviewing, approving, and processing claims, conducting high-level analysis on reimbursement and claims management to optimize revenue cycle performance as well as resolving patient and provider complaints.

Benefits & Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer