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Collector - Patient Accounting

Desert Valley Hospital & Medical Group, Victorville, CA, United States


Collector
Overview
Desert Valley Hospital is an accredited 148‑bed acute care hospital in Southern California, ranking in the top 5% of more than 4,500 hospitals for clinical performance.

Responsibilities

Follow up on insurance balances or self‑pay accounts to ensure payment without delay from insurance companies or uninsured patients.

Communicate clearly and efficiently by phone and in person with clients and staff members.

Maintain productivity standards and produce reports.

Obtain and update demographic information needed to comply with insurance billing requirements.

Forward updated information to responsible staff members for computer changes.

Operate computer to input follow‑up notes and retrieve collection and patient information.

Write effective appeals to insurance companies.

Qualifications

Experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable preferred.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to multi‑task and prioritize to meet required timelines.

Analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Customer service experience required.

High School graduate or GED equivalent required.

Employment Status & Shift
Temporary, Days shift.

Pay Transparency
Estimated wages: $21.00 to $26.25 per hour, including benefits. Final compensation will be determined at selection based on applicable factors.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Outstanding medical, dental and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary benefit options

Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories is also prohibited.

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