Billings Officer

Fortius; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a detail-oriented Billing Officer. The role involves ensuring accurate billing for patient services and liaison with consultants and insurers. Candidates should have experience in billing or finance within healthcare, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in billing software and Microsoft Office. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Private Medical Insurance

Private Dental Insurance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Childcare vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a billing or finance role, ideally within healthcare.
• Strong understanding of private medical insurance processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue invoices for medical services rendered.
• Verify insurance details and authorisations prior to billing.
• Liaise with consultants and departments to ensure accurate charge capture.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Billing software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Fortius Clinic is a leading private healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care through innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence. Our hospital offers a wide range of specialist services and prides itself on a patient‑first approach.

The Role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Billing Officer to join our Finance team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate and timely billing for patient services, liaising with consultants, insurers, and patients to maintain financial integrity and excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue invoices for medical services rendered
• Verify insurance details and authorisations prior to billing
• Liaise with consultants and departments to ensure accurate charge capture
• Resolve billing queries and discrepancies efficiently
• Maintain up-to‑date records of patient accounts and payments
• Support month‑end reporting and reconciliation processes
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and relevant financial regulations

About You

• Previous experience in a billing or finance role, ideally within healthcare
• Strong understanding of private medical insurance processes
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Proficient in using billing software and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of GDPR and confidentiality standards

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Be part of a hospital that values integrity, excellence, and care

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Private Dental Insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Perkbox - save money while you shop!
• Access to BlueLight card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational health services
• Season ticket loans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Childcare vouchers

• Accounts and Billing experience
• Professional experience in a hospital environment
• Good knowledge of all billing procedures and processes
• Experience with customer liaison
• Organized and methodical worker

• Previous patient accounts experience (ideal)
• Bookkeeping experience (ideal)
• Knowledge of medical terminology (ideal)

This vacancy may close if application numbers are exceedingly high.