What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAH - BILLING CLERK position at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center & Medical Campus?
CAH - BILLING CLERK INTERNAL
Carthage Area Hospital
Clerical/Registration/Medical Records
Full Time, day shift, 8-4
Posted 06/17/2026
Req # 9548
Internal Posting Dates: June 17, 2026-June 22, 2026
CAH-Patient Accounting– Billing Clerk – Full Time- Day Shift- 8a-4p-Req 9403
Pay Range-
Uncertified: $22.97-$29.57*
Certified: $24.30-$32.43*
A Billing Clerk is responsible for performing all functions required in preparing third-party claim forms for submission, both electronically and by paper. Familiar with basic claim submission rules and forms. Perform all necessary follow up procedures to obtain proper payment from third parties. Answer all inquiries pertaining to billing functions. Provides general assistance and support to business office, including complete patient account representation in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Reports To:
Billing Office Manager
Education:
Required:
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
TRAINING and EXPERIENCE:
Carthage Area Hospital
- PATIENT ACCOUNTING
Clerical/Registration/Medical Records
Full Time, day shift, 8-4
Posted 06/17/2026
Req # 9548
Internal Posting Dates: June 17, 2026-June 22, 2026
CAH-Patient Accounting– Billing Clerk – Full Time- Day Shift- 8a-4p-Req 9403
Pay Range-
Uncertified: $22.97-$29.57*
Certified: $24.30-$32.43*
A Billing Clerk is responsible for performing all functions required in preparing third-party claim forms for submission, both electronically and by paper. Familiar with basic claim submission rules and forms. Perform all necessary follow up procedures to obtain proper payment from third parties. Answer all inquiries pertaining to billing functions. Provides general assistance and support to business office, including complete patient account representation in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Reports To:
Billing Office Manager
Education:
Required:
- High School diploma/GED
- Minimum two years patient account experience
- Hospital/Medical office experience (desired)
- Medical Billing Certification through an accredited organization
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- AMBA (American Medical Billing Association) CMRS (Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist) HFMA (Healthcare Financial Management Association) CRCR (Certified Revenue Cycle Representative)
TRAINING and EXPERIENCE:
- Problem solving skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Ability to read EOB’s (explanation of benefits)
- Knowledge of CPT and ICD10 coding
- Skill in basic data entry; 10-key proficiency
- Skill in using a computer
- Ability to exhibit cooperation, flexibility, and provide assistance when interfacing with patients, physician and staff
- Ability to multi-task
- Skill in organizing and reporting information that is accurate and complete
- Knowledge of basic math skills
- Understanding and respecting the need for confidentiality
- Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all staff
- Ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instructions
- Ability to sit for long periods of time
- Ability to communicate effectively in person and on the phone
- Consistency and timeliness in attendance
- The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran encouraged to apply.
Salary : $23 - $30