Compliance and Billing Specialist

Every day, Albertina Kerr helps children, adults and families of Oregon who face mental health challenges and developmental disabilities, empowering them to lead fuller, self-determined lives.

We're seeking a Compliance and Billing Specialist at our office located at Cascade Station. The Compliance and Billing Specialist is responsible to liaise with clinical programs, billing specialists, and payers to improve billing and collections results, with special regard to service authorizations, denial analysis and resolution, and third party billing processes. The position is also responsible for supporting performance improvement and compliance initiatives, including data collection and reporting, billing policies, contract compliance and documentation tracking that supports the direct service lines of the Youth and Family programs.The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in human services, business administration, accounting, healthcare administration, or a related field. Equivalent experience may substitute for a BA such as two years' direct experience in mental or behavioral health setting, medical billing, or coursework in business management or health care administration.

The candidate must possess strong PC skills, including Microsoft Excel, Database knowledge and web interface applications; have strong competence in healthcare billing practices, coding, and procedures; strong oral and written communication skills; and the ability to multi-task. Exceptional customer services, problem-solving skills, and organizational skills are a must.

A pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check are required. Apply online at www.albertinakerr.org. The nature of the services we provide prevents us from allowing in-person applications or inquiries. Albertina Kerr Centers is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities can request accommodation in the application and employment process by contacting 503-262-0145.