ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST-On Site

About American Indian Health Service of Chicago

American Indian Health Service of Chicago (AIHSC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving Native American families and underserved communities across Chicago. We provide culturally informed healthcare and are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk with strong experience in medical billing, EHR accounts receivable, and insurance reimbursement. This position works closely with the Billing Department and the Finance Department to support the organization’s revenue cycle.

Position Summary

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for supporting all aspects of healthcare A/R management, including payment posting, claim reconciliation, denial follow-up, and documentation within Athena system and Quick Books. This role focuses primarily on Accounts Receivable but may assist with routine accounting tasks as assigned by the Finance Department. Accuracy, initiative, and strong organization are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Billing

• Work with the Billing Department on daily accounts receivable activities.
• Post insurance and patient payments, adjustments, and remittances in the EHR system and Quick Books.
• Reconcile A/R reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Review claims for accuracy and assist Billing with corrections and documentation.
• Monitor insurance denials, rejections, and aging reports, ensuring timely follow-up.
• Contact insurance carriers regarding claim status, underpayments, and payment issues.
• Verify patient insurance eligibility and coverage.
• Assist with charge review and ensure accurate posting of services in the Athena system

Revenue Cycle & Documentation

• Maintain accurate financial and billing records in compliance with internal procedures.
• Track outstanding claims and assist with revenue cycle improvement efforts.
• Support internal reporting needs for Billing or Finance

General Support

• Assist the Finance Department with basic tasks such as reconciliations or documentation when needed.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and maintain confidentiality.
• Perform additional A/R-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED, Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1–2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Medical Billing, or Healthcare Revenue Cycle
• Experience with EHR-based A/R systems (Tebra, Athena, or similar)
• Proficiency with Quick Books
• Strong Excel skills (sorting, filtering, formulas; V-LOOKUP a plus)
• Ability to read and interpret EOB's, remittance advice, and insurance explanations of benefits.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with Billing and Finance
• Ability to work independently and organize workload effectively.

Preferred

• Experience in an FQHC or community health setting.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, Managed Care, and commercial insurance billing
• Familiarity with CPT, ICD-10 codes
• Experience with nonprofit or grant-funded financial processes.
• Cultural competency and comfort working with diverse patient populations.

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter through Indeed or email [email protected] with the subject line:
“Accounts Receivable Clerk – Application.”

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $28,700.00 - $32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person