Job description
This is a remote position.
Rockstar is hiring a full-timeMedical Billing Virtual Assistanton behalf of our client — a rapidly growing home-based healthcare organization headquartered in Arkansas.
This role is primarily a billing role. The ideal candidate will have genuine, hands-on experience with Athena EMR and full-cycle medical billing — claims submission, follow-up, and prior authorization — and must be able to demonstrate this experience clearly, as previous candidates have claimed Athena expertise they did not actually have. This is a billing-first role requiring someone who can come in and execute from day one.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced medical biller who genuinely knows Athena EMR inside and out and wants to make a real impact supporting a mission-driven home healthcare organization.
About Our Client
Our client provides comprehensive mobile primary care and post-hospital follow-up services, specializing in supporting patients who face barriers to traditional healthcare — including seniors and individuals managing chronic conditions. Their team of medical professionals brings high-quality, personalized care directly to patients' homes, ensuring continuity and compassion every step of the way.
The organization's mission is to make healthcare more accessible, proactive, and human by combining hands-on home visits with modern remote patient monitoring systems.
Key Responsibilities
Medical Billing — Primary Focus
Own the full billing cycle within Athena EMR, including claim submission, follow-up, and resolution
Submit and track prior authorizations through to approval
Follow up on unpaid and outstanding claims in a timely manner
Review, appeal, and resolve denied claims
Post payments and resolve billing discrepancies
Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations
Generate billing reports as needed
EMR Documentation & Administrative Support
Accurately enter, review, and update billing and claims data within Athena EMR
Maintain organized records of all billing communication and claim status
Communicate with providers and staff via Microsoft Teams for updates and escalations
Tools & Systems
Athena EMR (required — must have genuine, demonstrable experience)
Microsoft Teams
Requirements
Strong, hands-on experience with Athena EMR — candidates must be able to clearly demonstrate this experience
Full-cycle medical billing experience, including claims submission, denial follow-up, and payment posting
Experience submitting and tracking prior authorizations
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
Reliable technology setup with secure internet connection suitable for HIPAA-compliant work
Ability to work independently in a remote setting
Non-Negotiables
Athena Experience — genuine, verifiable hands-on experience required
Full Cycle Billing Experience
Prior Authorization Submission
Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
Make a meaningful impact by helping to build and strengthen families across the Globe
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.