Claims Assistant - Lakewood, NJ

Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Claims Assistant for a contract opportunity in Lakewood, NJ. This role is a strong fit for a college graduate or early-career professional who is interested in building hands-on experience in healthcare administration, medical records, claims, denials, and appeals. The Claims Assistant will support a busy healthcare claims department by pulling and organizing medical records, maintaining accurate tracking spreadsheets, logging claims and appeals activity, and preparing documentation for review and submission. This position offers a supportive team environment, clear department processes, and the opportunity to learn from experienced claims professionals. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys computer-based work, follows instructions carefully, communicates professionally, and thrives in a fast-paced healthcare services setting. The ideal candidate will be organized, dependable, thorough, and eager to grow their skills in medical claims support. Key Responsibilities

• Pull medical records from Net Health, SharePoint, and other designated systems for claims and appeals review.
• Organize medical records according to department checklists and prepare files for reviewer evaluation.
• Maintain accurate spreadsheets to track requests, submissions, denials, appeals, and related claim activity.
• Log facility requests for claims and appeals according to department standards and manager instructions.
• Submit records online or by physical mail as required, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Communicate professionally with facilities and internal team members regarding record requests and status updates. Compensation and Benefits
• Pay rate: $23.00 to $24.00 per hour.
• Job type: Contract/Temporary.

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