Healthcare Billing Collections Specialist

Mission Healthcare

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 30,307 - 38,572

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Healthcare Billing Collections Specialist in San Diego, CA. This full-time, entry-level role requires 1-3 years of experience in healthcare billing. Key responsibilities include overseeing collections activities and collaborating with internal departments. Strong communication skills and knowledge of insurance reimbursement standards are essential. Join a mission-driven team that values compassion, accountability, and service in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

One to three years' experience in Healthcare Billing.
Strong communication skills are a must.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

Oversee all collections activities for assigned payors.
Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments.
Maintain proactive communication with the Reimbursement Manager.

Skills

Healthcare Billing experience

Knowledge of private insurance reimbursement

Experience with Home Health agencies

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Practice management software

Job description

Healthcare Billing Collections Specialist

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Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!

Benefits For Eligible Employees

401(k) retirement savings plan
Mileage reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Additional FT Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
Pet insurance

Pay range (depending on experience): $22.00 to $28.00/hour

Schedule/Shift: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Territory/Location: San Diego, CA

Responsibilities

Oversee all collections activities for assigned payors, ensuring timely and accurate reimbursement.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Mission Healthcare departments to identify and resolve issues impacting billing and collections performance.
Stay current with industry regulations, payer guidelines, and reimbursement trends relevant to assigned payor mix.
Maintain proactive and consistent communication with the Reimbursement Manager to align on priorities and elevate concerns.
Respond to patient inquiries with professionalism and empathy, resolving billing-related questions and concerns effectively.
Deliver courteous and solution-oriented customer service to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
Achieve departmental performance targets, including productivity metrics and quality standards.

Qualifications

One to three years' experience in Healthcare Billing.
Industry standard knowledge of private insurance reimbursement standards in the Healthcare sector is necessary.
Experience collecting for Home Health agencies.
Experience using EMR/EHR and practice management software.
Understanding Explanation of Benefits (EOBs).
Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.

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At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Accessibility Commitment

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.

Inclusion Efforts

We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.

Your Voice Matters

Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.

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