Ambulance Billing Clerk

About the role

The St. Lucie County Fire District is seeking an Ambulance Billing Clerk to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Process ambulance billing claims
• Verify patient eligibility and insurance coverage
• Enter and maintain accurate billing information
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and coding standards
• Communicate with patients and providers regarding billing issues
• Prepare and submit monthly billing reports
• Handle customer inquiries and complaints
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience in a billing or accounting role
• Knowledge of healthcare billing and coding practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Valid Florida driver’s license

Qualifications

• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Customer service orientation

Benefits

• Pension retirement after 25 years of service (5-year vesting)
• Free employer-sponsored Health Clinic
• Group Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 13 Holidays per year
• Longevity Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitively priced employee-paid supplemental benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 457(b) deferred compensation retirement savings plan
• Supplemental Life, Long-Term Disability, Accident, Short-Term Disability, Hospital, Cancer plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Pay

$43,134.62 (Step 1)

Schedule

This position follows a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The incumbent may be required to work occasional overtime, weekends, or holidays based on operational needs or special assignments.

Employment

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all pre-employment requirements established by the St. Lucie County Fire District. These requirements include, but are not limited to, background screening, fingerprint-based criminal history check, Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Access Clearance, pre-employment medical evaluation, drug screening, psychological evaluation (when applicable), verification of certifications and employment history, and any other requirements required by federal, state, or District policies.