What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant/Examiner 3 (PN 20014051) position at Ohio Department of Health?
What You'll Do
The Complex Medical Help (CMH) program is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support healthcare program operations by analyzing claims, ensuring compliance and improving processes that impact clients and providers. Duties include:
Position Qualifications
Completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting or 2 yrs. exp. in accounting.
Or
Completion of undergraduate core coursework in business administration, economics, computer science or related field AND 16 semester or 24 quarter hours in accounting.
Or
12 mos. exp. as Accountant/ Examiner 2, 66112 with state government exp. commensurate with duties to be assigned.
Or
Additional Qualifications
Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
Job Skills: Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills: Auditing, Claims Examination, Compliance Enforcement
Professional Skills: Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data
Educational Transcript Requirements
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.
Organization
Health
Agency Contact Name and Information
Gayla. A will contact you if selected for interview.
Unposting Date
Mar 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Health Department Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$25.77
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills
Auditing, Claims Examination, Compliance Enforcement
Professional Skills
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data
Agency Overview
Accountant/Examiner 3
About Us
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
The Bureau of Maternal, Child, and Family Health (BMCFH) is organized to support families by improving birth outcomes and the health status of women, infants, children, and youth, including children and youth with complex health care needs. Using data and proven practice, the bureau’s programs support the delivery of direct services, linkages and referrals, population-based supports, program evaluation, education, monitoring and quality oversight, and policy and systems development.
The Complex Medical Help (CMH) program is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support healthcare program operations by analyzing claims, ensuring compliance and improving processes that impact clients and providers. Duties include:
- Review and audit daily financial and claims transactions for accuracy and compliance.
- Authorize payments and ensure propers coding within applicable systems.
- Analyze claimant data, billing, and expenses to ensure completeness and eligibility.
- Monitor pharmacy benefit operations and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Administer pharmacy benefits, including eligibility and co-pay determinations.
- Investigate claims and rejections and recommend process improvements.
- Review payment records, claims data, and third-party reports to resolve issues and support stakeholders.
- Prepare reports, summaries, and analyses to support decision-making.
- Conduct research and develop written materials on program policies and system updates.
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify and recover funds efficiently.
- Support case conferences by providing data, analysis, and system insights.
- Perform system and eligibility analysis related to third-party payers.
Position Qualifications
Completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting or 2 yrs. exp. in accounting.
Or
Completion of undergraduate core coursework in business administration, economics, computer science or related field AND 16 semester or 24 quarter hours in accounting.
Or
12 mos. exp. as Accountant/ Examiner 2, 66112 with state government exp. commensurate with duties to be assigned.
Or
Additional Qualifications
Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
- Bachelors or advanced degree in accounting, business administration, economics, computer science or related field
- Experience in pharmacy operations (e.g., prescription fulfillment, claims resolution)
- Experience working with third-party payers and coordinating benefits
- Experience working with spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets)
- Experience working with medical billers/providers, case managers, and/or clients to resolve pharmacy claims billing issues.
- Experience with Accounts Payable/Receivable
Job Skills: Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills: Auditing, Claims Examination, Compliance Enforcement
Professional Skills: Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data
Educational Transcript Requirements
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.
Organization
Health
Agency Contact Name and Information
Gayla. A will contact you if selected for interview.
Unposting Date
Mar 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Health Department Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$25.77
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills
Auditing, Claims Examination, Compliance Enforcement
Professional Skills
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data
Agency Overview
Accountant/Examiner 3
About Us
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
The Bureau of Maternal, Child, and Family Health (BMCFH) is organized to support families by improving birth outcomes and the health status of women, infants, children, and youth, including children and youth with complex health care needs. Using data and proven practice, the bureau’s programs support the delivery of direct services, linkages and referrals, population-based supports, program evaluation, education, monitoring and quality oversight, and policy and systems development.
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