Benefit Intake Specialist

TEKsystems
$22.00 - $24.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Dallas
Jan 21, 2026
Position Overview The Benefits Intake Specialist is responsible for managing the initial patient referral and benefits verification process. This role serves as a key liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance payers, ensuring coverage requirements are met, documentation is complete, and referrals move forward efficiently. Key Responsibilities * Receive, review, and process patient referrals and intake documentation accurately and timely * Verify insurance coverage, eligibility, and benefits with commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid payers * Clearly communicate coverage details, financial responsibility, and next steps to patients and providers * Collaborate crossfunctionally with reimbursement, clinical, and operations teams to resolve intake-related issues * Ensure accurate and timely data entry within CRM and case management systems * Track referral progress, including following up on pending authorizations and missing or incomplete documentation * Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with internal and payer requirements * Serve as a point of contact for intakerelated questions from internal teams and external partners Qualifications * High school diploma or equivalent required * Minimum of 2 years' experience in benefits verification, patient intake, reimbursement support, or a related healthcare role * Working knowledge of commercial insurance plans, Medicare, and Medicaid * Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills * Effective verbal and written communication skills * Proficiency with healthcare systems, EMRs, and/or CRM platforms * Ability to work independently while collaborating within a crossfunctional team environment Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 TypeThis is a hybrid position in Dallas,TX. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 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.