Data Entry Clerk
We are looking for a detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk to join our team on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will support the Clinical Billing Department of a non-profit organization, ensuring the accurate and efficient processing of financial and patient information. This position is based in New York, New York, and offers an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission while honing your data management skills.
Responsibilities:
- Enter patient details, diagnosis codes, procedure codes, and other billing-related information into the database with precision.
- Review and verify data accuracy by cross-checking against original source documents.
- Collaborate with coding specialists to confirm proper assignment of diagnosis and procedure codes.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies or missing information through regular quality checks.
- Maintain up-to-date records in compliance with billing and coding standards.
- Generate reports and summaries related to data entry tasks as needed.
- Assist in streamlining data entry processes to improve efficiency.
- Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive patient and financial information.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in data entry, preferably in a clinical or billing environment.
- Familiarity with numeric data entry and high levels of accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for organizing and analyzing data.
- Understanding of medical coding and billing standards is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors or inconsistencies.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.