Part-Time Billing Specialist

Job Title: Billing Specialist (Part-Time)

Position Type: Part-Time (16–20 hours per week)

Schedule: Flexible (Office Hours: Monday-Friday)

University Physicians’ Association is seeking qualified applicants for a Billing Specialist position at a busy surgical practice, Southeastern Surgical Specialists located in Dayton, TN.

Position Summary

The Billing Specialist is responsible for supporting key functions of the revenue cycle with a strong hands-on focus on medical billing, coding, and claims follow-up. This part-time, flexible position is essential in maximizing reimbursement, reducing denials, and ensuring timely and accurate claims processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform medical billing and coding functions to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Submit, monitor, and follow up on insurance claims to ensure timely payment
• Research, work, and resolve claims denials and underpayments
• Review and correct coding and billing errors to optimize reimbursement
• Monitor accounts receivable and identify trends impacting collections
• Communicate with insurance carriers regarding claim status, denials, and appeals
• Collaborate with providers and staff to address documentation or coding questions
• Maintain current knowledge of payer policies, coding guidelines, and billing regulations
• Recommend process improvements to support efficient revenue cycle operations
• Perform other billing and revenue cycle–related duties as assigned

Why This Role?

• Flexible part-time schedule (16–20 hours per week)
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on practice revenue and efficiency
• Collaborative environment with autonomy and accountability

Qualifications

• Experience in medical billing and coding required
• Demonstrated experience working insurance claims and denials
• Strong working knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and payer requirements
• Familiarity with EMR and billing systems
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a part-time role

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional billing or coding certification (CPC, CCS, or similar)
• Experience in a physician practice or specialty setting