Temp-to-Hire Finance & Accounting Job Billing Location: Burien, WA Pay: $22.95 - $27 Per hour weekly. Job #: 283890

Job Description

Payment Posting Specialist (Finance & Accounting - Billing)

Location: Burien, WA (Hybrid: 2–3 days/week in office; 2–3 weeks full-time in office for training)

Position Type: Temp-to-Hire | Full-Time

Shift / Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (or 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, flexible for traffic)

Pay Range: $22.95 – $27.00 / hour

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payment Posting Specialist to join a supportive, collaborative finance team in Burien, WA. In this role, you will accurately record and reconcile financial transactions within a healthcare billing setting, processing electronic and manual payments, applying adjustments, and balancing daily batch totals to keep accounts receivable accurate and up to date.

Key Responsibilities

Payment Processing: Accurately post payments from insurance carriers (ERAs/EOBs), electronic funds transfers (EFTs), and patient payments using both automated and manual posting methods.
Reconciliation & Balancing: Balance daily batches to match actual deposits, resolving any variances prior to month-end close.
Contractual Adjustments: Apply correct contractual adjustments, co-pays, and deductibles as dictated by payer contracts.
Credit Balances & Refunds: Identify overpayments, manage credit balance workflows, and assist in issuing refunds to patients or payers.
Reporting & Compliance: Review daily and weekly transaction volume and unapplied cash reports while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines and CMS regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: 1–3 years of experience in medical billing, accounting, or revenue cycle management.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, medical posting software (such as Timewise), and MS Excel.
Knowledge Base: Strong understanding of medical coding (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS) and deep familiarity with interpreting Explanation of Benefits (EOBs).
Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Healthcare Administration preferred.
Health Screening: MMR vaccination required.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options (including FSA options).
Telehealth Services: 24/7 virtual care access for employees.
Dedicated Support: Ongoing recruiter and administrative support throughout assignments.
Weekly Pay: Reliable weekly direct deposit.

Who We Are

NuWest places healthcare professionals in some of the most competitive markets, at award-winning facilities, earning top pay. Whether you're ready for your next travel experience, looking to take a local assignment, wanting to explore shift or per diem work, or interested in seeing what permanent or temp-to-hire roles are available, our award-winning NuWest team has you covered.

What We Believe

We believe our 30+ years of experience makes a difference in your healthcare job search. We believe one size does not fit all, so we carefully match your unique needs and strengths with our top hospitals and health systems. We believe in long-term relationships over transactional exchanges. And we believe that better workforce solutions lead to better patient care, safer working conditions, and healthier communities.

What You Can Expect

NuWest is committed to your overall satisfaction—to meeting and exceeding your expectations.

Responsiveness: No one likes to get ghosted. We promise you updates every step of the way.
Transparency: Open and honest communication - no surprises!
Career Guidance: We coach based on strengths and goals to get you where you want to go!