by Chris Durst May 5, 2023
UnitedHealth’s Optum division has posted a work from home Billing Representative opportunity to their careers page.
Hiring in the United States, nationwide.
Update – It looks like the company has received all the applications it needed and has deleted the listing. Good luck to everyone who applied! For more jobs like these, see our Daily Jobs & Gigs page.
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In this role, you will, “Interact with customers to gather support data to ensure invoice accuracy and also work through specific billing discrepancies…”
Applicants should have at least a high school diploma or GED, and a proficiency with using Windows personal computer applications, among other qualifications.
The pay is only noted for certain states and ranges from $16.00 – $31.44, based on education, work experience, certifications, etc.
UnitedHealth/Optum generally provide computers to their home-based workers.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Here’s what the company has posted about this opportunity:
“Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
All of us have a short list of the things that make a job great. If your list includes being able to make a difference, count us in as your next place to work. UnitedHealth Group is a Fortune 5 company leader in health care at a time when health care is evolving for everyone. Our billing teams are part of an important chain of events that impact the lives of our members in positive ways. Join this group and we’ll have an impact on you. Apply now and discover the exceptional training, support and opportunities to grow that you’d expect from a Fortune 5 company.
What makes this a special challenge? For one, we want to create a quality experience for every person we serve. So the bar is high for accuracy, communications style and effectiveness. Also, you’ll need to be researching and resolving problems before, during and after calls within a high – volume, demanding environment.
This position is full – time (40 hours / week). Employees are required to work our normal business hours of any 8-hour shift schedule between the hours of 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM OR 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM CST (Central Standard Time) including the flexibility to work occasional overtime and weekends based on business need. Training will be conducted virtually from your home.
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Interact with customers to gather support data to ensure invoice accuracy and also work through specific billing discrepancies
- Provide input to policies, systems, methods and procedures for the effective management and control of the premium billing function
- Educate customers regarding the availability of receiving invoices and remitting payments through online applications
- Monitor outstanding balances and take appropriate actions to ensure clients pay as billed
- Manage the preparation of invoices and complete reconciliation of billing with accounts receivables
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma / GED (or higher) OR equivalent years of working experience
- Proficiency with using Windows personal computer applications, which includes the ability to navigate multiple programs and learn new and complex computer system applications
- Ability to work a 40-hour schedule within the operating hours of the site
- Ability to work any 8-hour shift between the hours of 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM OR 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM CST (Central Standard Time) including the flexibility to work occasional overtime and weekends based on business need
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience in a related environment (i.e., office, administrative, clerical, customer service, etc.), using phones and computers as the primary job tools
- Previous experience in billing OR collections
Telecommuting Requirements:
- Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
- Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
- Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
Soft Skills:
Ability to multi – task and to understand multiple products and multiple levels of benefits within each product
Taking care of business at UnitedHealth Group translates to more meaning and impact as you help improve the lives of millions. Join us. Learn more about how you can start doing your life’s best work.SM
Careers with OptumInsight. Information and technology have amazing power to transform the Healthcare industry and improve people’s lives. This is where it’s happening. This is where you’ll help solve the problems that have never been solved. We’re freeing information so it can be used safely and securely wherever it’s needed. We’re creating the very best ideas that can most easily be put into action to help our clients improve the quality of care and lower costs for millions. This is where the best and the brightest work together to make positive change a reality. This is the place to do your life’s best work.SM
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, Washington, New York, or Rhode Island Residents Only: The salary range for California / Colorado / Connecticut / Nevada / Washington / New York / Rhode Island residents is $16.00 – $31.44. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.”
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