Clinical Research Billing Analyst, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The individual will serve as a Clinical Research Billing Analyst for the Hillman Cancer Center. Primary responsibilities include:

• Accurate and timely review of hospital and physician charges in Medipac and EPIC
• Interpretation of the research coverage analysis (FRIAR) and CTMA schema(s) during the charge review process
• Appropriate coding of charges as routine care, conventional care, or study paid and inclusion of clinical trial modifiers where applicable
• Collaborate with clinical research service (CRS) teams for clarification of clinical data when identifying conflicting or missing information
• Communicate issues concerning clinical research billing with responsible parties throughout the University of Pittsburgh, UPMC, and the Hillman Cancer Center
• Audit patient and institutional accounts to ensure compliant billing
• Utilize hospital and physician services to perform research billing corrections as needed.

A bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred; Associate degree plus 3 years of related experience may be substituted; focus on healthcare or healthcare related field is preferred. Prior research or compliance administration experience is preferred.

Assists to serve as regulatory liaison for all clinical sites, coordinating centers, and data management centers and assists with grant approval reviews and regulatory reviews. Coordinates investigator training sessions, assists with compliance investigations, maintains databases, and collaboratively assists with developing approval guidelines to ensure institutional compliance with all regulations, policies, and applicable regulations.

• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and deadlines as well as be a team player is required. Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills are required. Proficiency with computers and database software is required and excellent typing and computer navigation skills are preferred. Time management skills and the ability to work on numerous projects at one time are essential. Attention to detail and self-initiated problem solving is imperative to properly and accurately complete the fiscal process. Strong financial skills coupled with an understanding of the clinical area and the terminology used therein is a must.

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.