Billing Manager - FQHC - Shasta Cascade Health Centers : Job Details

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Shasta Cascade Health Centers (SCHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving rural communities of Siskiyou County in far Northern California. Surrounding majestic Mount Shasta, our clinics are surrounded by natural beauty, crystal clear rivers, snowcapped peaks, dense forests and small towns with big hearts. But our true strength lies in our people. At SCHC, we pride ourselves on a culture of compassion, collaboration and grit. We care deeply, for our patients, for one another and for the communities we serve. We're a team that believes health care should be accessible, human-centered and rooted in trust. As we continue to expand and evolve, we are seeking professionals who share our values and want to do meaningful work in an environment that balances excellence with kindness. Whether you're local or remote, you'll feel the spirit of this place, which is grounded, resilient and quietly extraordinary.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented, results-driven billing professional with deep expertise in FQHC billing protocols and AthenaOne and AthenaOne Dental systems. This position is responsible for managing and improving our entire billing and revenue cycle process, from coding integrity to payer reimbursement and AR management. The ideal candidate will bring not only technical skills but also strategic insight into how we can maximize efficiency and ensure sustainability in a changing healthcare landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

·Lead and manage all billing, coding, and collections operations for medical, dental, and behavioral health services

·Ensure compliance with FQHC-specific regulations, including Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal reimbursement policies

·Optimize performance and workflows within AthenaHealth, including troubleshooting and system enhancements

·Develop KPIs and provide regular financial reports to leadership

·Oversee denial management and ensure timely appeals and corrections

·Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure clean claim submission and appropriate coding

·Monitor and negotiate payer contracts and credentialing timelines

·Participate in audits and help prepare for UDS and OSV reviews

·Complete payer enrollments in partnership with outside credentialing firm

·Provide Training and education to staff and providers

Qualifications:

·Minimum 5 years of billing/revenue cycle experience in an FQHC environment

·Proven expertise with AthenaOne practice management system

·Strong knowledge of Medi-Cal, Medicare, commercial plans, and Denti-Cal

·Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

·Experience working remotely and independently with minimal supervision

·Located in California (requirement)

Preferred:

·CPC or CPB certification

·Experience managing small teams or contractors

·Familiarity with rural health dynamics and underserved patient populations

What We Offer:

·Competitive compensation: $75,000-$90,000 per year, depending on experience

·Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits

·Flexible work environment (remote, fractional, or full-time)

·Supportive and mission-aligned leadership

·Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that impacts real communities

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance
• IndustriesMedical Practices

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