AR/Collections Specialist – Healthcare Setting

Position Overview

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Collections Specialist to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will focus on collecting outstanding balances from payers and patients, ensuring accurate documentation, and maintaining professional communication throughout the collections process. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in healthcare or behavioral health collections with a strong understanding of accounts receivable management and payer follow-up. Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

If you are motivated by results, thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and have a passion for ensuring financial accuracy, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and reduce accounts receivable aging through consistent follow-up and resolution of outstanding balances.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all collection activity and correspondence.
• Identify and escalate collection barriers or trends impacting timely reimbursement.
• Work collaboratively with the leadership team to improve cash flow and reduce bad debt.
• Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and organizational guidelines governing healthcare collections.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in collections, accounts receivable follow-up, or revenue recovery within a healthcare setting (behavioral health experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of insurance follow-up, denials, and self-pay collections.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Professional demeanor with a commitment to patient confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

Benefits & Perks

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Additional Information

• Job Type: Full-time
• Work Location: In person
• Location: Las Vegas, NV 89199 (Required)