Surgical Billing Specialist- Surgery Billing Office

Huntsville Hospital Health System • Huntsville, AL

18d

About The Position

The Charge Capture Specialist I provides clerical support to the surgery department by reviewing and logging surgical procedures, preparing patient charges, auditing records for accuracy, maintaining records, and preparing reports. The role also assists visitors, physicians, and staff as needed; supports effective communication within the operating room; maintains a safe and orderly office environment; and helps orient new secretarial staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in a secretarial or customer service role.
• Above-average computer knowledge and skills, including working knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Type at least 50 words per minute.
• Above-average verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to operate communication systems, including telephones, fax machines, and scanners.
• Customer service orientation, including ability to communicate in English with people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and use effective interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to organize workload, accomplish goals and objectives, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish priorities, delegate when required, follow up on problem solving, and adapt to a stressful, rapidly changing environment.
• Quality orientation and attention to detail; ability to solve problems and negotiate positive results with staff and physicians.
• Ability to work independently in a quiet environment.
• Ability to multitask.

Nice To Haves

• Medical-related experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, equipment, and supplies is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Review and log surgical procedures.
• Prepare patient charges.
• Audit records for accuracy.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Assist visitors, physicians, and staff as needed.
• Provide effective communication within the operating room.
• Maintain a safe, orderly office environment.
• Assist in orienting new secretarial staff.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Retirement account options with a 401(k) organization match
• Nurse residency program
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan reimbursement
• On-site training and education opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Continuing education
• Shared Governance
• Clinical Ladder
• Child care
• Wellness resources
• On-site employee pharmacy and health clinic

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED