Billing Technician

This position is located in the Business Office at the Yakama Service Unit in Toppenish, Washington. The incumbent serves as a Billing Technician responsible for processing claims on-line to third party carriers which include Medicare, Medicare Part D, Medicaid and all other third-party payors. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Process insurance billing functions including prior authorizations, claim preparation, demographic verification, and third-party insurance data entry to ensure accurate and timely reimbursements. Research and resolve denied or aged claims, maintained accounts receivable records, and collaborated with billing, accounting, and registration teams to maximize collections and claim resolution. Manage patient billing documentation and correspondence by retrieving medical records, maintaining electronic and paper filing systems, and supporting compliance with third-party billing regulations and reporting requirements.

Requirements (continued): 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.

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-5: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Experience in administrative and financial support with a background in billing, accounts receivable, records management, and customer service.

Demonstrates skill in reviewing and processing documentation, maintaining accurate records, resolving issues, coordinating with internal teams and external organizations, and ensuring compliance with established procedures and regulations. Manages multiple tasks effectively, communicates clearly, and supports efficient daily operations in a fast-paced environment. OR Four (4) years of education beyond the high school level.

OR A combination of education and experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. The total percentage equals at least 100 percent to qualify for this GS-05 grade level. Must submit transcripts.In addition to meeting experience or education requirements, applicants for these positions must show possession of the following skills, as appropriate.

Proficiency Requirements: Applicants must present evident passing the typing proficiency from a school or other organization authorized to issue such certification (40 WPM typing speed, WPM are based on a five minute sample with three or fewer errors.) Typing proficiency must be submitted with your employment application. Certificates or proficiency are acceptable for 3 years from date of issuance. 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 by respective cut-off day of rating to be eligible for consideration. The first cutoff date will be November 13, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST. Future cutoff dates will be each Friday thereafter at 11:59 pm EST until the closing date. Your application will remain active for 90 days from the submission of application.