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Ascend Clinical

Dialysis-focused laboratory and environmental testing.

Office Support Specialist - Temporary

Contract
$18 - $21/hr
Junior
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
In Person
Clerical & Data EntryOffice Clerical & Records
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • At least one year of experience providing clerical or administrative support in a professional office environment is required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, is required.
  • Proficient computer skills and the ability to navigate multiple systems and learn new software applications quickly are required.
  • Strong data-entry and 10-key skills with a high degree of accuracy are required.
  • The ability to accurately and efficiently log documents, retrieve information, and look up account numbers is required.
Responsibilities
  • Provide clerical and administrative support to the Accounts Receivable Department.
  • Request and obtain medical records and supporting documentation from healthcare providers in a timely manner.
  • Retrieve claims and medical documentation from various internal and external systems.
  • Prepare, organize, and submit required documentation to insurance carriers to support claims processing, appeals, and reimbursement activities.
  • Maintain accurate and organized electronic and paper records.
  • Review documents for completeness and accuracy before submission to insurance carriers.
  • Ensure the confidentiality and security of patient, provider, and company information in compliance with applicable HIPAA regulations and company policies.
  • Support special projects and perform other administrative duties assigned by management.

About the company

Ascend Clinical provides laboratory testing nationwide, focusing on kidney disease and dialysis-related testing. It operates as a clinical reference laboratory offering comprehensive lab tests and environmental water testing (including Legionella), plus LabCheck, a web-based SaaS that helps dialysis clinics manage patient care. It differentiates itself with a 20+ year track record, a national footprint, and a mix of high-volume laboratory services with a dedicated software platform. Its goal is to deliver best-in-class lab services and tools to optimize patient care for dialysis clinics and their patients.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

1984

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What believers are saying

  • Eurofins closed the acquisition on April 3, 2024, expanding renal and transplant reach.
  • Ascend's 170-person team and nationwide coverage support sticky dialysis-clinic relationships.
  • Water and dialysate testing directly addresses CMS audits, AAMI ST108, and infection control.

What critics are saying

  • Ascend's 2020 breach exposed 10,000-plus records, proving material cybersecurity weakness.
  • Eurofins integration disrupts billing, service levels, and leadership continuity, pushing clinics to competitors.
  • A second major data breach or CMS action forces dialysis clients to exit fast.

What makes Ascend Clinical unique

  • Ascend is Eurofins' largest U.S. independent dialysis-testing platform, anchored in Sunnyvale.
  • It combines 200-plus tests, 24-hour turnaround, and LabCheck ordering software.
  • CONTINUUM links Ascend diagnostics with Eurofins Transplant Genomics for post-transplant care.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Personal Days
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

Company News

Affinity Group Publishing (AGP)
Oct 3rd, 2024
Ascend Clinical Wins Silicon Valley Business Journal Structures Award

Ascend Clinical wins Silicon Valley Business Journal Structures Award.

Business Wire
Apr 4th, 2024
The Eurofins Network Expands Its Offering in Renal and Transplant Testing in the United States With the Acquisition of Ascend Clinical LLC

Regulatory News: Eurofins Scientific (EUFI.PA), a global leader in bioanalytical testing, announces the closing of its acquisition of Ascend Clinical,