Overview By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better. A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care. Job Details The Billing Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of functions including preparation of bills, follow up and collections, preparations of monthly accounting statistical reports and payroll. Responsibilities: Collects copayments and verify insurance coverage Retrieve of referrals Obtain all authorizations Enters patient information into computer system Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent Billing experience required including cash posting, CPT and ICD-9 codes Must be able to read, write and comprehend medical terminology Medicare, Medicaid and third party insurance experience Typing 30 WPM required, Alpha Numeric-5000 Keystrokes per hour. A computer/typing test will be administered to all applicants Excellent telephone and communication skills Computer proficient. One year hospital billing experience preferred Salary Range USD $21.72 - USD $27.14 /Hr. This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.