Billing Cashier Clerk/ Financial Counselor

United Medical Centers • Eagle Pass, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Business Office Supervisor, this role is responsible for screening all billing and posting activities of United Medical Centers. The position handles all cashiering functions according to approved guidelines and protocols. A key responsibility is screening and assessing patients to determine their financial eligibility for clinic services, utilizing the Primary Health Care (PHC) Screening Tool and Automated Medicaid system to document applications electronically and refer patients to appropriate community programs. The role also involves providing information about United Medical Centers' services to patients and the public, and ensuring compliance with State/Federal regulations, PCMH, DSHS standards, HRSA, and Compliance Standards.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least one-year experience in billing principles, preferably in a health care environment.
• Cashiering experience required.
• Computer experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Some business courses preferred.
• Prior experience in collection procedures preferred.
• Knowledgeable in medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to type 40 wpm preferred.
• EHR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screening all billing and posting activities of United Medical Centers.
• Performing all cashiering functions as per approved guidelines and protocols.
• Screening and assessing all patients to determine their financial eligibility for clinic services.
• Utilizing the Primary Health Care (PHC) Screening Tool and Automated Medicaid system to document all applications electronically.
• Referring patients to the appropriate programs in the Community.
• Providing information regarding United Medical Centers services to patients and the general public.
• Ensuring compliance with State/Federal regulations, PCMH, DSHS standards, HRSA and Compliance Standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees