Billing Clerk

Job Description

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA. The requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

This position performs a variety of routine duties relating to accounts receivable, billing, and/or cash receipting. Duties include entering accounts receivable and billing data into a computerized system, calculating billings, reconciling and balancing billings and accounts receivable, maintaining related records, following up on overdue accounts as directed, depositing receipts, and maintaining petty cash.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized accounting course and two years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

1. Ability to keyboard at 45 wpm
2. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
3. Ability to deal with others effectively.
4. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
5. Ability to supervise.
6. Ability to organize work.
7. Ability to operate related equipment.