Job title: Health System Specialist (Business Office)
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryThis position is located within the Business Office at the Clinton Indian Health Center in Clinton, OK. The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Clinton Service Unit Business Office Manager in the performance and direction of billing activities, patient registration, accounts receivable, voucher examination and benefit coordination to maximize third party collections. Incumbent reports to the Business Office Manager.Overview
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Open & closing dates07/16/2024 to 07/30/2024Salary$49,025 – $63,733 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 7Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position. A valid driver’s license is required.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. You will be required to sign a one year service agreement. Failure to fulfill the one year service agreement may result in repayment of relocation expenses.Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processAnnouncement numberIHS-24-OK-12478276 -DEControl number800198500This job is open toClarification from the agencyThe IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior’s definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.VideosDuties
- Functions as an assistant to the Business Office Manager in the third party reimbursement program.
- Performs and assists with capturing insurance information for all patients.
- Responds to all correspondence generated by third party insurance carriers.
- Performs and assists with follow-up on all outstanding reimbursable insurance bills with insurance companies.
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentSelectee may be subject to a probationary period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959, www.sss.govThis is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty.Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit .You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.QualificationsTo qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT(S):Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study — hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields such as business or public administration with course work in health care administration.OR Progressively responsible analytical or administrative, or clinical management or supervisory experience in the health care field. This work may have been performed in an operating health care facility or a higher organizational echelon with advisory or directional authority over such facilities. Work must have involved a close working relationship with facility managers and analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and provided knowledge of the following:
- Missions, organizations, programs, and requirements of health care delivery systems;
- Regulations and standards of various regulatory and credentialing groups; and
- Government-wide, agency, and facility systems and requirements in various administrative areas such as budget, personnel, and procurement;
ORSuccessful completion of an agency-sponsored on-the-job training program may be substituted for qualifying experience, provided it included a formal individualized training plan. Such a training program must have been conducted in an operating health care system and included:
- Assignments providing a knowledge of basic health system administration philosophies, practices, and procedures, and basic government administrative policies and requirements;
- Practical assignments providing an opportunity to apply health system administration skills and principles (as the individual progresses work assignments must be characteristic of the grade level to which he or she is assigned); and
- Oversight by an experienced health system administrator with periodic evaluation of the individual’s progress and appropriate adjustment of the training program.
In addition to the Individual Occupational Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
GS-7: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level assisting in the performance and direction of billing activities in a health care setting such as patient registration, accounts receivable, voucher examination and benefits coordination to maximize third party collections;OR One (1) full year of graduate education which includes major study in hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields such as business or public administration with course work in health care administration;OR A Bachelor’s degree that meets the requirement for . Your degree must have included major study in hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields such as business or public administration with course work in health care administration;OR A combination of education and specialized experience. Only graduate education may be combined with the GS-5 level experience to qualify for the GS-7. Graduate education must have included major study in hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields such as business or public administration with course work in health care administration;OR Successful completion of an agency-sponsored on-the-job training program as described below which included a formal individualized training plan equivalent to the GS-5 grade level.You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.EducationThis position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: .If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit .Additional informationPer IHS policy (SGM 21-04) IHS selectees to positions located in Federally operated hospitals, health centers, and clinics must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before entry on duty or have IHS approve a medical or religious exemption. If an exemption is approved then wearing a face mask and regular testing for COVID-19 will be required. Your Human Resources Specialist will provide a list of documents acceptable as vaccination proof and instructions on how to submit your vaccination documentation or how to request a medical or religious exemption, if needed.Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement.Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a 1-year service agreement will be required.This position has no promotion potential.
- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Expected salary: $49025 – 63733 per year
Location: Clinton, OK
Job date: Wed, 17 Jul 2024 23:25:16 GMT
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