Job Information
TEKsystems AR Follow Up Associate in catonsville, Maryland
AR Follow-Up Associate (Medical Billing)
Location: Catonsville, MD (On-site with future hybrid option)
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire (6 months)
Schedule: Full-time, business hours
Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level (2+ years healthcare AR required)
Position Overview
We are currently seeking AR Follow-Up Associates with healthcare billing experience to support accounts receivable operations within a long-term care/skilled nursing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, and proper reimbursement across multiple payer types. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with medical billing, claims follow-up, denials, cash posting, and payer portals, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, professional office setting.
Key Responsibilities
Perform accurate pre-billing review, billing, follow-up, and cash posting for assigned accounts
Conduct admissions and census reviews
Complete Triple Check claim validation
Bill across all business lines and payer types
Perform third-party and private pay follow-up
Post cash, denials, contractual allowances, and write-offs using EOBs/ERAs
Research and resolve credit balances and misapplied payments
Handle resident final billing activities
Respond to internal and external A/R Help Desk and customer service inquiries
Participate in month-end close processes
Submit corrected claims, appeals, and supporting medical documentation as needed
Translate internal charge files into proper electronic and manual billing formats (CMS-1500, UB-04)
Maintain accurate documentation and follow department standards for account notes
Required Qualifications
2+ years of healthcare accounts receivable experience, including:
Billing
Collections
AR follow-up
Cash posting
Experience in a healthcare provider setting (long-term care or skilled nursing preferred)
Working knowledge of:
Medicare, Medicaid, and Managed Care payers
EOBs and ERAs (835 transactions)
Claims denials and resolution processes
CPT and ICD-10 coding
Experience using EMR/practice management systems
Familiarity with payer portals
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
Experience with long-term care or skilled nursing facilities
Knowledge of Vision or similar practice management systems
Experience with cash application and complex denial resolution
Strong understanding of electronic claims submission requirements
Work Environment
Professional, business-casual office setting
Approximately 55-person site with structured, team-based operations
On-site during training (approximately 90 days)
After training, eligibility for hybrid schedule (4 days on-site, 1 day remote; Thursday remote day)
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Rate: $22.00–$25.00/hour (based on experience)
Contract-to-hire opportunity
Eligible benefits may include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options)
Life insurance and disability coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off and leave options
Interview Process
One in-person panel interview with multiple managers/directors
Candidates should be prepared to discuss:
EOB and 835 processes
Denial types and resolution strategies
Systems and payer portals used
Daily AR workflows beyond quotas or call volume
Why This Role
This opportunity offers:
Stability with a large, established healthcare organization
Exposure to multiple payer types and billing complexities
Long-term growth potential in revenue cycle operations
A structured, collaborative team environment
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of catonsville, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in catonsville,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.
h4>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.