Insurance Enrollment Specialist - Full Time / Days

Back Insurance Enrollment Specialist - Full Time / Days Island Hospital Anacortes, WA 98221, USA Apr 29, 2026 Full Time Administration & Operations Job Description At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do. As a part of the Patient Accounts team, you'll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You'll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member — ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard

Location:

Anacortes, WA, Onsite Schedule:

Full Time /

Days Salary Range:

$22.97 - $34.45 per hour Reporting to the Director of Patient Accounts, the Insurance Enrollment Specialist is responsible for (1) overseeing and coordinating the insurance enrollment process for new and established practitioners, (2) preparing financial and risk analysis to support payer contract management and negotiations, and (3) maintains client billing system. The role ensures providers meet payer/health plan requirements and accurate provider database management, performs analyses to evaluate historical and future contract performance, performs payer contract negotiations, and ensures accurate monthly billing of clients.

What you will be doing:

Insurance Enrollment and Administrative Support Manage end-to-end provider enrollment and re-enrollment in compliance with federal/state regulations and accreditation standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission, NCQA, HIPAA). Manage facility and clinic validation and re-validation with all applicable payers. Maintain complete and accurate enrollment files. Coordinate with providers, medical staff, contracting, and administrative teams to obtain required documentation and resolve application issues. Monitor application status, communicate deficiencies, prepare enrollment correspondence, and ensure timely approvals and renewals. Safeguard confidentiality of enrollment and privileged information and provide responsive customer service to internal and external stakeholders. Contract Management & Analytics Perform financial, reimbursement, and risk analyses to support payer contract negotiations and ongoing contract management. Build and maintain financial models to evaluate historical performance, forecast future reimbursement, and assess contract terms. Prepare routine and ad-hoc reports for leadership to support strategic and operational Review contract language to ensure correct application of rates and provisions and provide guidance on complex reimbursement scenarios. Support managed care initiatives, including forecasting reimbursement impacts during negotiations and participating in collaborative managed care committees. Educate leaders and physicians on reimbursement methodologies and payment structures as needed. Client Billing System Maintain the client billing system for non-patient accounts and ensure accuracy of related data and reporting. What you will bring to the role: High school diploma or equivalent required. At least two (2) years of administrative experience in a hospital or healthcare setting. Minimum three (3) years of data or financial analytical experience. Proven experience working directly with healthcare personnel, including physicians and credentialing representatives. Insurance enrollment experience preferred. Experience working with cross-functional departments to research and resolve issues using innovative solutions preferred. Strong analytical, investigative, organizational, and critical thinking skills; ability to synthesize information and concisely communicate findings and recommendations. Detail-oriented; strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, time management, and task prioritization skills; ability to meet deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision. Broad understanding of computer system concepts and database relationships; ability to create reports from data across systems for senior management. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook). Working knowledge of data management software applications. Excellent written/verbal communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills; ability to educate diverse audiences and explain analytic logic to stakeholders. Make a Difference with Us At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. Why You'll Love Working Here We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you'll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team Ready to Apply? Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health. Email me jobs like this About Island Hospital Island Hospital is an integral part of the great quality of life in Anacortes, Washington and we are actively recruiting for a number of employment opportunities. Located on beautiful Fidalgo Island, Island Hospital is the center for health and wellness in west Skagit County, also serving north Whidbey Island and the San Juan Islands. We have been trusted to provide care to our community since 1962 and are honored to be their provider of choice. We remain focused on providing a personal and compassionate healthcare experience with a range of services and exceptional quality care typically found in a larger facility. Island Hospital is 43 bed acute care hospital. Each patient room is single occupancy and all of the acute care rooms have a ceiling lift, and private bathroom with a shower . We have six Specialty Care Clinics and five Family Care Clinics providing specialty services that include: Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Sleep Wellness Center, Behavioral Health, Wound Care, and Sleep Wellness. Our inpatient and outpatient services include: Acute Care, Emergency Services, Birthing Center, Surgical Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy. We also support our community by offering Community Education classes and various screenings. Employee Benefits Island Hospital provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers. In addition to competitive wages, Island Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes full medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability and life insurance, vested retirement plan contributions, generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Bank hours, and a variety of optional supplemental benefits. We're excited to share that we also provide an additional Loan Repayment or Tuition Assistance benefit for several positions - contact us to learn more! Awards Island Hospital is proud to be a DNV accredited hospital. We have a 4 star Medicare rating. Company Profile