Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Gift Shop Cashier

Accounts Payable/ReceivableConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBirmingham, AL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a healthcare or patient account environment is required.
Knowledge of accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and familiarity with financial or billing software.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational standards.

Responsibilities

Accept and accurately document cash, check, and credit card payments from patients.
Post daily cash and check receipts to patient accounts and reconcile batches within designated timeframes.
Review and respond to voicemail messages and patient inquiries within one business day.
Reconcile daily deposit postings and balances with accounting records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Assist with monthly reconciliation of Accounts Receivable to the General Ledger and Bank Statement in collaboration with the accounting department.
Identify and resolve discrepancies in deposits or patient account records, escalating issues to the supervisor as needed.
Track and reconcile credit balances caused by cash postings, processing refunds or adjustments as necessary.
Ensure accurate and timely deposits and cash sheets for off-site areas, reporting discrepancies to leadership immediately.
Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of financial transactions in accordance with organizational policies and standards.
Report patterns of issues related to patient accounts to leadership and provide recommendations for resolution.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in cash handling, accounting, or financial reconciliation is preferred.

Job Summary

The Cashier is responsible for accurately accepting and recording payments, maintaining financial records, and performing various cashier-related functions to ensure efficient financial operations. This role involves processing and reconciling daily transactions, assisting with patient account inquiries, and supporting accurate documentation and reporting.

Essential Functions

Accepts and records cash, check, and credit card payments from patients accurately and promptly, ensuring proper documentation.
Posts daily cash/check receipts to patient accounts and reconciles batches within designated timeframes.
Reviews and responds to voicemail messages and patient inquiries within one business day, providing exceptional customer service.
Reconciles daily deposit postings and balances with accounting records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Assists with monthly reconciliation of Accounts Receivable to the General Ledger and Bank Statement, working closely with the accounting department.
Identifies and resolves discrepancies in deposits or patient account records, escalating issues to the supervisor as needed.
Tracks and reconciles credit balances caused by cash postings, processing refunds or adjustments as necessary.
Ensures the accuracy and timeliness of deposits and cash sheets for all off-site areas, reporting discrepancies to leadership immediately.
Maintains detailed and accurate documentation of financial transactions, following organizational policies and standards.
Reports patterns of issues related to patient accounts to leadership, providing recommendations for resolution.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-2 years of experience in a healthcare or patient account environment required
Experience in cash handling, accounting, or financial reconciliation preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial transactions and record-keeping.
Knowledge of accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and familiarity with financial or billing software.
Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
Effective communication and customer service skills to address patient inquiries and collaborate with team members.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational standards.

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Franklin, TN
Founded: 1985

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