Compassionate Patient Billing & Receivables Specialist

Maine Optometry, P.A.; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K retirement

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Eyeglass benefits

Nine holidays

Job summary

Maine Optometry, P.A. in Gorham is hiring a Patient Receivables Specialist to manage outstanding balances and support revenue cycle functions on-site. This full-time role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and professional communication with patients and third-party partners.

Experience in healthcare billing is a plus, but comprehensive training is provided. The successful candidate will handle statements, payments, and inquiries with empathy and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a business office and/or physician’s office with medical terminology knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
• Experience in customer service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inbound and outbound patient billing communications.
• Post daily patient payments and reconcile with accounting.
• Review accounts for discrepancies and resolve balances.
• Prepare and send patient statements and related correspondence.
• Coordinate with third-party billing partners and collection agencies per policy.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maine Optometry, P.A. in Gorham is hiring a Patient Receivables Specialist to manage outstanding balances and support revenue cycle functions on-site. This full-time role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and professional communication with patients and third-party partners.

Experience in healthcare billing is a plus, but comprehensive training is provided. The successful candidate will handle statements, payments, and inquiries with empathy and meticulous attention to detail.