Accounts Receivable Officer

Calvary Health Care; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging benefits

Paid parental leave

Training, development pathways

Flexible hours

Job summary

Calvary Health Care Adelaide is seeking an Accounts Receivable Officer to manage billing, receipting and reconciliation of patient accounts in a private hospital setting. You will work within the Patient Services Department under the Accounts Receivable Supervisor, ensuring accurate and timely revenue processing and compliance with hospital policies.

Responsibilities include preparing quotes, following up health fund certificates, processing payments and issuing invoices to the Department of

Qualifications

• Proven clerical and administrative experience.
• Excellent customer service and professional phone manner.
• Strong computer literacy with keyboard proficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage workload with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Billing, receipting and reconciliation of patient accounts.
• Prepare nil-insured quotes and follow up health fund certificates.
• Process patient and third-party payments and issue invoices to the Department of Health.
• Liaise with health funds, government bodies and external organisations to resolve queries.
• Support daily Patient Services operations and meet billing deadlines.

Job description

• Adelaide, SA, Australia
• Permanent
• Closing on: Oct 9 2026
  

Position Description

We're growing and would love you to be a part of it! Join Our Billing Team Today!

• Build a meaningful career with one of Australia’s leading healthcare organisations.
• Advance your career with real benefits - salary packaging, professional development, and genuine growth opportunities.
• Thrive in a supportive, collaborative team where your contribution truly matters.
  

About The Role

The Accounts Receivable Officer is responsible for the billing, receipting, and reconciliation of patient accounts following discharge. Working within the Patient Services Department and reporting to the Accounts Receivable Supervisor / Patient Services Manager, this role plays a key part in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant revenue processing within a private hospital setting.

The position involves preparing and reviewing nil-insured quotes, following up health fund certificates, processing patient and third-party payments, and issuing public patient invoices to the Department of Health. The Accounts Receivable Officer liaises directly with health funds, government bodies, and external organisations to resolve queries, progress outstanding accounts, and ensure accounts are finalised efficiently.

This role requires a high level of attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to established billing procedures and hospital policies. The Accounts Receivable Officer works collaboratively with the broader Patient Services team to support daily operations, meet billing deadlines, and contribute to a patient-focused and financially sustainable service.

About You

• Strong clerical and administrative skills, complemented by well-developed interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a professional and courteous phone manner.
• Demonstrated computer literacy, including accurate and efficient keyboard skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritise, and manage workload with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• No accounting experience is required!
  

For further information please contact Anja Filleti (Patient Services Manager) via email: [e-mail]

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter.

With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

Your benefits:

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
• Paid parental leave
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities
• Flexible hours that make sense for you
  

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history. check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role