About this role
Job Number: 33799
Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave City, State: Albany, Georgia Zip Code: 31701 Department: PPMH PATIENT ACCOUNTING Shift: First Shift Job Type: Full time Posted Date: 2026-04-21 Job Description Summary: JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for coordinating the denial and appeal process in conjunction with care management staff and the Business Office, meeting goals and timelines for appeals, and tracking outcomes.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs) Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms. May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be scheduled as needed including overtime Description: EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• 2-year / Associate Degree in Business Administration or a closely related field. In lieu of an Associate's Degree, a High School Diploma, and a minimum of 8 years of experience in the Revenue Cycle with experience with analytics and denials. (Required) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• 2 - 3 years in a Health Care data analytics and/or application support (Required) • 8+ years of experience in the Revenue Cycle experience with a concentration in Patient Accounting to include billing, follow-up, denials, and denial recovery. (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
• Required Certifications/Licensures: CPAR Certification must be obtained within 20 months of hire. GENERAL SKILLS
• Organizational Skills • Communication Skills • Interpersonal Skills • Customer Relations • Mathematical • Analytical • Grammar / Spelling • Read / Comprehend Written Instructions • Follow Verbal Instructions • Transcription • Mechanical • Basic Computer Skills • Microsoft Office Suite • General Clerical Skills PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors • Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination • Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) • Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) • Sitting - Continuously within shift (67-100%) • Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) • Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) • Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%) • Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) • Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) • Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) • Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)