What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Account Specialist position at Fairview Health Services?
Job Overview
What You Can Expect:
Our Patient Account Specialists love Grand Itasca for the stability, meaningful work and our great team. Grand Itasca is in the business of selecting employees that make the real difference, who go above and beyond to make our hospital/clinic run and work effectively. Are you someone looking to make a difference in the everyday functions of our hospital & clinic life? If so, Grand Itasca is where you belong!
We're Glad You Are Thinking About Joining Us.
Grand Itasca is a great place for Patient Account Specialists. We're a non-profit organization with a clear vision of being the leader in transforming rural health care by achieving the highest levels of quality, access, and value. Our strength stems from teamwork and collaboration among a talented and diverse group of professionals. With over 700 employees in hundreds of different roles, Grand Itasca can offer a variety of career opportunities.
Let's Talk About Benefits.
The Patient Account Specialist is responsible for assuring that all charges and necessary information is billed on patient accounts in a timely and accurate manner to Contracted health plan and government payers. They serve as Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital's liaison with payers and patients regarding accounts within the organization.
Here's What You'll Do When You Join Us
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, PTO, a short-term disability bank, retirement,tuition reimbursement, early access to earned wages and more. Employees also have access to voluntary insurance options, and resources to support their financial and personal well-being. For additional information, please follow this link: https://www.granditasca.org/benefits/AFSCME-C
Compensation Disclaimer
The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
What You Can Expect:
Our Patient Account Specialists love Grand Itasca for the stability, meaningful work and our great team. Grand Itasca is in the business of selecting employees that make the real difference, who go above and beyond to make our hospital/clinic run and work effectively. Are you someone looking to make a difference in the everyday functions of our hospital & clinic life? If so, Grand Itasca is where you belong!
We're Glad You Are Thinking About Joining Us.
Grand Itasca is a great place for Patient Account Specialists. We're a non-profit organization with a clear vision of being the leader in transforming rural health care by achieving the highest levels of quality, access, and value. Our strength stems from teamwork and collaboration among a talented and diverse group of professionals. With over 700 employees in hundreds of different roles, Grand Itasca can offer a variety of career opportunities.
Let's Talk About Benefits.
- Competitive pay
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarship/grant opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, & life insurance kick in on the first of the month after 30 days of employment
- Generous paid time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
- STDB (short term disability bank)
- 401K with employer contributions
- Experience Pay Given
- Employee Referral Program
- On-the-Job training
- No Weekends!
- Patient Account Specialist - This is a hybrid position
- Full-Time 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period)
- Days
- On-site at Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital in Grand Rapids and Hybrid/Remote
- INTERNAL POSTING THROUGH: 04/22/2026
- Your home office must meet Safety, Privacy, and Internet Speed requirements set forth by Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital to be eligible for this position.
The Patient Account Specialist is responsible for assuring that all charges and necessary information is billed on patient accounts in a timely and accurate manner to Contracted health plan and government payers. They serve as Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital's liaison with payers and patients regarding accounts within the organization.
Here's What You'll Do When You Join Us
- Process insurance claims for hospital, clinic, and homecare claims
- Address and solve problems with chargers or payments
- Assure that all patient and billing information is accurate and up to date
- Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and other tools to address accounts that are not paid in a timely manner
- Collaborate with patients, internal team members, and other departments to resolve billing issues
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of billing system rules, processes, and edits
- Participate in Business Services special projects as necessary
- At least two years of recent hospital and/or clinic billing or equivalent experience required, OR as associate degree in related field, OR Bachelor's Degree
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work professionally as a team member
- Basic computer knowledge with experience in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Demonstrate ability to follow and adhere to Grand Itasca's policies, visions, mission and values
- Maintain reliable and consistent attendance
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, PTO, a short-term disability bank, retirement,tuition reimbursement, early access to earned wages and more. Employees also have access to voluntary insurance options, and resources to support their financial and personal well-being. For additional information, please follow this link: https://www.granditasca.org/benefits/AFSCME-C
Compensation Disclaimer
The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status