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Billing Specialist Clinical Research

UW HealthRockford🇺🇸United StatesPosted May 7, 2026

Why this role stands out

Join a prestigious oncology research team at UW Health where you will enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, and extensive opportunities for professional development through fully funded tuition programs. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented professional eager to make a lasting impact on cancer care while benefiting from a supportive culture that prioritizes your career growth and work-life balance. We encourage you to apply today to become a vital part of this innovative and growing healthcare community.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Work modeHybrid
LocationRockford, United States
Posted5 months ago
Contract NegotiationMedical BillingMedical CodingPatient Care

Job description

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, Monday through Friday, 8 hour shift between 7:00am- 4:00pm; no weekends or holidays.t, this is a hybrid position, in person work location will be UW Health N. Bell School Rd. Clinic 3535 Bell School Rd.

Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of a growing team making long-lasting impacts in oncology care?  We welcome you to apply for the Billing Specialist Research position, part of the Oncology Research program at UW-Health’s Carbone Cancer Center in Rockford.  Successful candidates have experience working in a Research program’s Rev Cycle and have experience in Medicare Coverage Analysis forms, contract negotiation for potential trials (both pharmaceutical and non-industry trials), and performing audits over internal Research Rev Cycle processes.  This is an exciting time to be a part of a fast-paced and growing team leading cancer care in our region.

Additional components of compensation may include:

Evening, night, and weekend shift differential

Overtime

On-call pay

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

•    Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

•    Annual wellness reimbursement

•    Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

•    Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

•    Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

•    Strong shared governance structure

•    Commitment to employee voice

Qualifications
  • Post-secondary education or certification in medical coding, business or health-related field. Required or
  • Three (3) years of experience in medical billing may be considered in lieu of post-secondary education or certification in addition to the experience below. Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in business or heath-related field. Preferred
Work Experience
  • 1 year of coding or medical billing experience. Required
  • Experience in an academic health system. Preferred
  • Experience with Epic applications. Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or equivalent. Preferred
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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