Intern - Provider Audit -Spring 2025

Job Summary

The Provider Audit Intern works closely with the Provider Audit team to assist in projects and special assignments as needed for up to a 9-month period of time.

Essential Functions

Key Duties/Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Works to obtain high-level industry knowledge throughout the internship program.
• Develops a working knowledge of planning, organizing, and coordination of the desk review/audit process.
• Develops a working knowledge of cost report reopenings and PRRB appeals.
• Performs analysis of cost report data to complete tentative settlements and straight to final settlements.
• Learns and assists in performing the cost report workload.
• Activitely collaborates with members of the team to ensure department goals and timeliness are met.
• Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by leadership and be flexible in assignment changes.
• Must be enrolled in school or formal education program.
• Participates in training activities and team meetings as assigned.
• May assist department in administrative tasks.
• May assist department in special projects, tasks, or duties.
• Contributes to the organization’s operations and processes while obtaining firsthand experience that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Provides excellent customer service.

Non-Essential Duties and Functions

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Working towards a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field
• Effective communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Strong problem solving, leadership, and analytical skills
• Strong PC skills such as proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, OneNote, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Possesses an interest in pursuing continued education (e.g. CET credits)

Preferred Qualifications

Above requirements and the following:

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or Finance
• 3 months' work experience

Environment and Cognitive/Physical Demands

• Office Environment
• Ability to read, hear, speak, keyboard, reason, communicate effectively and problem solve
• Requires prolonged sitting and telephone use
• Requires the use of office equipment such as computer terminals, telephones, copiers and printers
• Infrequent lifting to 15 pounds
• Infrequent stooping

Segregation of Duties

Every employee is responsible to perform their duties and responsibilities in accordance with Noridian values, policies and procedures, including but not limited to: Segregation of Duties Principles, HIPAA, Security and Privacy, CMS requirements, the Noridian Compliance Program and any other applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Statement of Other Duties

This document describes the essential functions, requirements, and responsibilities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.  Employees may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description and may be required to perform any task requested by the supervisor or management.

CMS Access Compliance and Regulation Contingency Statement

Some positions require compliance with (i) federal and agency specific regulations and related clauses included in Noridian's prime contracts with the Government, (ii) background checks, and (iii) eligibility for a government-issued identification card.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities as well as Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity. 

Below is the salary range for potential new hires.

Salary Range: $17.20 - $20.60

Lifestyle Benefit: $50/month

This is a full-time internship. The hours are M-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

This job will be closed 09/30/2024 at 8:00AM CST. No further applications will be considered.