Collector

Position Summary: Receives and reviews past due bills and follow-up documents for large balance accounts. Contacts patients, guarantors and/or third-party organizations to secure payments or arrange alternative settlement plans. Prepares and maintains collection related records and reports. As a successful candidate, you will: Contacts patients/guarantors or third-party representatives by telephone, correspondence and meetings to resolve outstanding large balances in accordance with departmental follow-up procedures. Responds to correspondence and calls forwarded from the customer service unit. Investigate and/or ensures that questions and requests for information are responded to in a timely and professional manner to ensure resolution of outstanding accounts. Works with other outside services to develop and monitor reimbursement. Analyzes accounts and determines when accounts are uncollectable. Prepares write-off recommendations in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. Maintains record of account activity and actions taken to effect collection. Documents accurate data (such as cash, adjustments, write-offs, etc.) for management reports. Maintains volume and productivity information and prepares daily and weekly productivity statistics for management review. Updates account receivable with appropriate transactions to reflect current billing and/or collection status. Your qualifications should include: High School or equivalent. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements. 2-3 years collections experience including prior experience in health care. Working knowledge and understanding of laws governing collection practices. Strong knowledge of 3rd party/government billing/collection and reimbursement requirements. Working knowledge of insurance and medical terminology. City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. Primary Location: United States-California-Irwindale Job: Business Services Work Force Type: Hybrid

Shift: DaysJob Posting: May 9, 2025 Minimum Hourly Rate ($): 24.058000 Maximum Hourly Rate ($): 33.681000