Payment Posting Clerk at Northfield Hospital & Clinics – Northfield, Minnesota

Job Summary

Responsible for processing patient account receipts received on a daily basis from Medicare, Medicaid, insurances, work comp, and patients. Processes patient mailed-in credit card/check payments and credit card processing on a daily basis. Completes other projects as needed.

Compensation

We are committed to providing wage ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on experience, education and internal equity considerations. The hourly wage range for this position is $19.49-$27.51. This range reflects the base salary for this position.

Key Accountabilities

1. Process Medicare, Medicaid, and Insurance Explanation of Benefits (EOB's) on all billing systems on a daily basis. Applies payments to appropriate accounts. This includes posting payments and adjustments according to the information on the EOB’s.
2. Post patient/client payments received including processing mailed-in credit cards payments.
3. Run reports from RevSpring to post payments that come through the payment portal.
4. Balance the cash/checks/credit cards to batch totals on the billing systems using the cash cover sheet.
5. Prepare the daily deposit ticket.
6. Copy EOB's as required for Patient Financial Services and all checks received.
7. Contact Patient Financial Services for clarification whenever it is unclear how to process an EOB.
8. Respond promptly to PFS inquiries regarding cash and process corrections of postings to the billing systems as requested by PFS.
9. Combine all EOB's, billing system batch sheets, cash cover sheets and copies of checks in a cash bag, and scan for PFS.
10. Communicate effectively and maintain effective working relationships with all PFS, accounting, and other hospital/clinic staff as required.
11. Provide back up for mail sorting, credit card processing and tallying checks.

All employees are required to demonstrate understanding of and adherence to NH+C’s Compliance and Ethics Program (including its Code of Conduct), and complete required training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1-2 years general office experience
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English proficiently to ensure safe and effective communication in a healthcare environment
• Medicare, Medicaid, Insurance remittance processing experience, preferred

Work Schedule and Hours

• 80 hours per two-week pay period
• Onsite in Northfield, MN, with the potential for hybrid work after the initial training period

Benefits

• Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage
• Paid Time Off accrued on first paycheck
• Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Discount Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life, accidental death & dismemberment, disability insurance
• Pension Plan (PERA) with a 7.5% company match
• 457(b) retirement plans available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles
• On-site Continuing Education
• Free on-site parking
• Other benefits include our Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and a variety of savings opportunities, including cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC medication discount from our pharmacy

About Us

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 800 employees. We’re recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact. We’re proud to be named to Becker’s 2025 list of “100 Great Community Hospitals." Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon—along with Urgent Care locations in both Northfield and Lakeville. We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 22 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here.