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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # EDI Specialist - **Company:** Allied Benefit Systems, LLC - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $41,600.0 - $43,680.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Databases, Internet Services, Internet Service Provider - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=312515e0b673bb92 ## About the Role * High School Diploma or equivalent required., * Data Entry 6,000 keystrokes per hour with accuracy. * Intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel, and Access. * Good problem-solving skills. * Analytical skills * Highly motivated and the ability to work well independently and within a team environment. * Attention to detail and accuracy., * Accountability * Communication * Customer Service Orientation * Functional/Technical Skills * Quality Focus * Time and Task Management ## Description The EDI Specialist role is responsible for the retrieval and submission of inbound and outbound data. Including daily auditing and reconciliation of data on a department level, to include internal staff and external vendors. The Specialist is also responsible for training staff on all new or updated procedures., * Receive and submit files to and from various vendors daily. * Process 837 files resulting in conversions of .txt files. * Prep and transfer files to be loaded into internal programming system for processing and payment. * Encrypt and decrypt files. * Run queries in Access. * Run and review reporting in Excel. * Conduct eligibility matching based on enrollee and members demographics within the internal master database. * Accurately routing completed claims to various internal mailboxes, attention to detail and emphasis on accuracy and meeting timelines successfully. * Train EDI Coordinators on various workflow to include new or updated procedures. * Interprets and explain procedures to EDI Coordinators. * Handle internal audits for the department to include internal staff and external vendors. * Handle ongoing projects within the department when necessary, while maintaining the current workflows assigned. * Handle complex issues within the department, when additional assistance is needed from other departments, staff, or outside vendors. * Provide EDI support for outside trading partners and internal staff. * Processing of failed transactions and resolve missing acknowledgments. * Other duties as assigned, Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support a smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100Mbps download/25Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. 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