Financial Specialist I
Samaritan Health Services
Req #: 67979
Corvallis, OR
1.0 (80 hrs/pp) - Day
SHS Regional Business Office
Remote Status:
Hybrid
Salary Range:
$17.35 - $25.48
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As a Financial Specialist I at Samaritan Health Services Regional Business Office, you will play a crucial role in the accurate and timely follow-up on claims for services provided at all lines of business in all service locations. Samaritan Health Services is special not only for its excellent healthcare services, but also for its commitment to serving our communities, and creating a healing environment that extends beyond the hospital walls.This is a Hybrid position in Corvallis, Oregon.In addition, the position includes the following benefits:
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Competitive Salary
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Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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Retirement Savings Plans
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Opportunities for Career Advancement
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Employee Assistance Program
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Paid Time-Off
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Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about this exciting opportunity!
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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Provides customer service for multiple lines of business and ensures accurate financial payment for account resolution under the guidance of higher level Financial Specialists. Acts as a contact for inquiries for internal/external customers. Trains for higher level Financial Specialist roles while learning SHS policies and procedures.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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The Regional Business Office is responsible for the accurate and timely follow-up on claims for services provided at all lines of business in all service locations.
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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High school diploma or equivalent required. College preferred.
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One (1) year collections, finance/accounting or medical billing experience required.
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One (1) year medical business office experience preferred.
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Experience or training in the following preferred:
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EPIC Software.
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ICD-9 or CPT.
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Medical Terminology.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Confidentiality: Knowledge of the importance of confidentiality.
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Communication: Communicate information verbally and in writing so others will understand.
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Customer Service: Ability to communicate to people internal and external to the organization and to represent the organization to customers, the public and external sources.
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Problem Solving: Ability to identify problems and review related information using logic and reasoning to evaluate options and implement solutions.
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Team Building: Ability to work as part of a team or on your own.
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Basic knowledge of policies and procedures related to the resolution of accounts/claims, and of Government and Commercial insurance compliance/regulatory/billing standards.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
BEND FORWARD at waist
KNEEL (on knees)
STAND
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Upward
PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
SIT
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
REACH - Forward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
PINCH Fingers
GRASP Hand/Fist
None specified
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