Healthcare Account Spec Sr

UCHealth; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

UCHealth is seeking an on-site Patient Accounts Collector in Denver to manage delinquent balances and drive payments from patients, insurers, and other parties. This role emphasizes timely follow-ups, payment arrangements, and collaboration with internal teams to optimize recovery.

A high school diploma and at least one year of related experience are required. Work is performed in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, and the position aligns with UCHealth's total rewards program,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Locates and notifies responsible parties of delinquent accounts by mail and/or phone to solicit payment.
• Posts payments and makes adjustments to accounts as needed.
• Initiates payment plans or refers to collection agencies as appropriate.
• Maintains records of collections activities and status of accounts.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Admin Lowry, US:CO:Denver

Department: UCHlth Transplant Commercial

Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay: $20.87 - $27.13 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

Summary

Uses a variety of collection techniques to collect outstanding balances on patient accounts.

Responsibilities

• Locates and notifies responsible parties of delinquent accounts by mail and/or phone to solicit payment.
• Collects payments from state and federal agencies, commercial insurance companies, third party organizations and other responsible parties and posts payments to proper accounts. Enters adjustments to accounts as appropriate.
• Contacts appropriate organizations to identify and resolve account collection problems for maximum collection results. Initiates payment plans with responsible parties or refers to collection agency.
• Maintains record of collections activities and status of accounts. Prepares statements and reports as required or requested.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of related experience.

Employees are our number one asset.

UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. *

Recognition

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

Health and well-being

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.

Retirement and savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
• Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.

We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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