Revenue Cycle Specialist I

Valley-Wide Health Systems; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 262,000 - 328,000; Full time

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Administrative Services Building - Alamosa, CO 81101Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $19.10 - $23.88 HourlyJoin Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.

Revenue Cycle Specialist I

This position primarily focuses on accurately posting insurance and patient payments, reconciling payment activity, and working payer denials to ensure timely and accurate reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities

• Work proficiently within assigned revenue cycle functions
• Track missing documentation and ensure timely follow-up with providers, staff, and insurance companies
• Maintain assigned productivity standards
• Support the Revenue Cycle Team Lead as needed
• Prepare, review, and maintain reports and tracking tools (e.g., AR reports, posting ledgers, holding tanks)
• Provide feedback to providers, clinical staff, and operations teams
• Collaborate across departments to support communication and workflow efficiency
• Answer patient calls and assist with billing-related inquiries
• Contact insurance companies to resolve denials and other issues
• Maintain billing for non-insurance contracts
• Provide cross-coverage support for other revenue cycle teams as needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 1-2 years of medical billing experience preferred
• Certified Professional Biller (CPB) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Teams; experience with systems like NextGen (electronic health records) preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain productivity standards
• Positive attitude and alignment with Valley-Wide’s mission

Location & Type of Job: This is a full-time, onsite position based in Alamosa, Colorado.

Why Join Valley-Wide?

Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare to all individuals across our multi-county service area in southern Colorado. As a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we offer premier primary and preventive care through our 34 service sites strategically located in rural communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)
• Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)
• Employer-paid Basic Life, LTD, STD
• Retirement Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA, FSA, DCA, Retirement Plan

Paid Leave:

• Vacation: 10 days accrued per year
• Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year
• Holidays: 7 days per year + 3 Floating Holidays

Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) For more information on employee rights under FMLA, please visit: FMLA Employee Rights

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity, with hiring decisions based on job-related factors.