Public Health Billing Specialist

Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH); Waycross (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional impact

Workplace flexibility

Diverse team

Career longevity

Hands-on culture

Pride in work

Job summary

The Southeast Health District is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the full-time, salaried position of Billing Clerk based in Waycross, GA.

Under limited supervision, the Billing Clerk provides billing and claims support for County Health Departments, Wellness Centers, and programs, including submitting and monitoring claims and posting payments. This role requires strong accounting skills and public health experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related accounting or fiscal experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Accounting Technician Trainee (FIT019) or equivalent position.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience in billing, budget, or accounting activities.
• Public Health experience.

Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision, the Billing Clerk provides billing and claims support for County Health Departments, Wellness Centers, and programs.
• Responsibilities include submitting and monitoring claims, posting payments and denials, preparing monthly billing and error reports, monitoring claim transmissions, identifying payment issues, and resolving denied claims.
• Provides system support to assigned counties and works with the Billing Team to ensure timely and accurate reimbursement.

Skills

Customer service

Billing experience

Accounting basics

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree in business

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

The Southeast Health District is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the full-time, salaried position of Billing Clerk based in Waycross, GA.

Under limited supervision, the Billing Clerk provides billing and claims support for County Health Departments, Wellness Centers, and programs, including submitting and monitoring claims and posting payments. This role requires strong accounting skills and public health experience.