Associate Counsel, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and No-Fault Collections

Associate Counsel Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and No-Fault Collections

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly motivated Associate Counsel to join our Legal Department, focusing exclusively on Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and No-Fault Collections matters. The ideal candidate will assist with case management, litigation support, and recovery efforts related to PIP claims. A strong understanding of healthcare billing and insurance processes is essential. Certification as a medical coder (CPC or equivalent) is preferred to support the accurate interpretation of medical records and billing documentation.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar (or eligibility).
• Prior experience with PIP, no-fault claims, or healthcare collections is strongly preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Excellent legal writing, organizational, and analytical skills.

Essential Functions:

• Manage and support PIP and no-fault collection files from intake through resolution.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and settlement documentation.
• Review and analyze medical records and billing statements for accuracy and support of claims.
• Communicate with insurance carriers, healthcare providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Assist attorneys in preparation for hearings, arbitrations, and negotiations.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.