Voucher Examiner

• Manage accounts receivable activities including reviewing patient accounts outstanding balances and third-party reimbursements.
• Process third-party billing transactions and verify billing information to ensure accounts are accurate and properly maintained.
• Review delinquent accounts generate aging reports and follow up with responsible parties and third-party payers regarding outstanding balances.
• Review claims payments and denials to identify errors make necessary account adjustments and ensure accurate processing.
• Coordinate collection activities and prepare reports to monitor accounts receivable and third-party reimbursement activities.

IHS Selectees whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently temporarily or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630 requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation Requirement:

This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:

This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part-time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

GS-05: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 grade level performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

• Resolve questions related to accounting payments and financial matters.
• Review accounting records and documents to identify errors resolve discrepancies and take appropriate action.
• Ensure financial transactions are accurate complete and compliant with established policies and procedures.

OR

• Successful completion of four (4) years of education above the high school level.

OR

• A combination of education and specialized experience with courses related to the occupation that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

GS-06: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

• Perform accounts receivable support functions including researching denied claims outstanding obligations payment inquiries and errors affecting patient accounts and third-party billing.
• Review and reconcile patient accounts and automated accounting records to identify discrepancies determine payment status and initiate appropriate corrective action.
• Review and process payment vouchers to ensure they are accurate and complete.

GS-07: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

• Review and analyze patient accounts to identify billing errors and ensure accurate processing of claims and payments.
• Manage accounts receivable activities by monitoring outstanding balances following up on delinquent accounts and coordinating collection efforts with third-party payers.
• Process third-party billing update account balances and maintain accurate financial records.

Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.