Hospital Billing Specialist

Job DetailsJob Location: STAYTON, OR 97383Education Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $22.00 - $32.31 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayWho You’ll Join: Come join the Revenue & Reimbursement team as our new Hospital Billing Specialist with Santiam Hospital & Clinics.  As a Hospital Billing Specialist, you are the backbone of our revenue cycle and a key point of contact for our patients. Your expertise will ensure the seamless and accurate processing of all patient account payments and charges. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, problem-solving, and providing outstanding customer service.  Take the next step in your healthcare career with Santiam Hospital & Clinics – Apply today!   Position Type:  Full-time, 8:00am – 5:00pm, Weekdays, Onsite.   What You’ll Do: Ensure accurate processing of Hospital patient account payments and charges, including daily reconciliation of such data. On a daily basis, process bills and applicable late charges to patient accounts, and complete necessary clearing house edits for such accounts. Provide necessary follow-up with insurance companies. Communicate professionally and effectively, by telephone and in person, with patients who have patient account inquiries. Assist Hospital and Professional Billing Representatives with patient account dispute resolution. Know chains of command for the Hospital and the Patient Accounts Service and utilize such chains to resolve every applicable patient complaint. Assist with required Service reporting to State of Oregon entities. Perform other duties assigned by Revenue and Reimbursement Executive Director. QualificationsWhat You’ll Need: High school diploma or GED required. Knowledge of principles that relate to patient accounts. Previous experience in customer service, ideally within a hospital, clinic, or other healthcare setting. Excellent verbal and written communication, including ability to communicate with people from all age groups. Possession of United States proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States Possession of a valid, state-issued driver's license or identification card. Willingness to participate in Hospital orientation and educational in-service   Benefits for Eligible Positions: Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance PTO and holiday pay Employee Referral Program 401(k) Retirement Life Insurance Long Term Disability Employee Discounts Bilingual Pay Differential for eligible positions Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible positions Tuition Assistance for eligible positions   Why Santiam Hospital? At Santiam Hospital & Clinics, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Our commitment to excellence in patient care is matched by our dedication to employee growth and well-being. As part of our team, you’ll have access to cutting-edge medical technology, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and teamwork. Join us at Santiam Hospital & Clinics, where your skills and compassion will be appreciated, and together, we can make a positive impact on the health and lives of our community. With 13 clinics offering 8 specialties, you’ll be part of a diverse and dynamic healthcare community. We’re proud to have been named the 2025 Best Place to Have a Baby, Best Hospital as well as receiving accolades for our Surgery Center, Medical Facility and Women’s Clinic, reflecting our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care for our patients.     Santiam Hospital & Clinics is a drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and an EEO Affirmative Action Race/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Veteran/Disability Employer.       All communication will exclusively originate from an @santiamhospital.org email address. For your security, please do not respond to messages from any other email domain.