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Head of Department (Debtors Department)
Bloemfontein, Free State
Permanent
Description of Duties
Head of Department – Medical Accounts Management Debtors Department
Overview:
The Debtors Manager oversees the financial health of the organisation’s debtors and credit control processes, with a focus on medical billing and compliance.
This role includes managing billing, invoicing, and credit control to ensure accurate and timeous financial data, preparing detailed reports, and maintaining compliance with regulations.
The Debtors Manager leads a team, monitors performance, and collaborates with senior management to drive operational efficiency and improve departmental outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have experience in medical billing, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record of managing large teams in high-pressure environments.
Key Responsibilities
Debtors Management:
Prepare and review management debtors reports with supporting documentation.
Submit reports to the Relationship Manager.
Process journal entries, write-offs, and write-backs per company policy.
Ensure adherence to bad debt, interest, and discount policies.
Billing & Invoicing:
Oversee capturing and billing of invoices within contractual timelines.
Ensure accuracy of billing, patient, and medical scheme information.
Conduct final checks and electronic data interchange (EDI) submissions.
Credit Control:
Manage ERA allocations and patient payments.
Allocate medical scheme payments accurately and promptly.
Perform regular debtors book reviews to maintain a healthy balance.
Reporting & Compliance:
Generate monthly reports and ensure timely submission to management.
Maintain practice profiles and ensure compliance with billing regulations.
Prevent stale claims and manage incomplete claims.
Team Leadership:
Manage and train staff, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback.
Oversee team participation in training programs and identify additional needs.
Manage staff leave and ensure SOP adherence in all tasks.
Ad Hoc Duties:
Provide regular updates on doctors’ books and claim statuses.
Collaborate with senior management to discuss departmental performance.
Qualifications
Experience & Qualifications
Minimum 3 years in a similar position or experience in billing/credit control at a doctor’s practice.
Grade 12 with 3+ years of relevant work experience, OR a diploma/certificate in Medical
Coding or related fields (e.g., Duxah Medico-Legal).
Excellent knowledge of ICD-10 Coding Structure, SAMA rules, and modifiers.
Proficient in preparing detailed financial reports.
Strong understanding of medical billing practices and compliance.
Leadership and team management abilities.
Excellent organizational and planning skills to meet tight deadlines
Salary
R40 000
Consultant
Mia Jackson