Billing Specialist

Position Summary

• Working within a practice environment, the individual will be based in a primary office location(s) with a direct report to the Director of the Central Billing Office or their designee, and a dotted line to the physician office manager. The staff will report directly to the Director of the Central Billing Office or their designee while working collegially with CBO back office and front office staff to achieve organizational objectives.
  
  Responsibilities include maintaining an efficient billing process for patient accounts, exhibiting proficiency in all CBO functions, and serving as a resource for office staff regarding demographic, insurance, and lab process training. The role involves assisting patients with insurance and benefit information, demonstrating excellent customer service, and focusing on process improvement. Flexibility to assist at other locations as needed is required.
  
  A good understanding of billing and collection laws is essential. Attendance and participation in staff meetings are expected.

Primary Position Responsibilities

Qualifications

• Minimum Education
  :
  • Required:
    
    High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Preferred:
    None
• Minimum Years of Experience
  :
  • Required:
    
    1 year related medical experience
  • Preferred: 2 or more years physician office billing experience in onsite or centralized environment
• License, Registry or Certification
  :
  • Required:
    
    None
  • Preferred:
    None
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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  • Required:
    
    Ability to type, use computer equipment, detail-oriented, flexible, multitasking skills, knowledge of insurance processing, charge entry, collection, and excellent customer service. Flexibility to assist at other locations.
  • Preferred:
    Medical office experience, familiarity with medical terminology, strong customer service, and multitasking skills.

Hunterdon Health offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plans. Compensation is based on factors like experience, education, and internal equity.