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Uniform Business Office Technician

Department of Defense
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Maxwell Air Force Base

Summary

About the Position: This position is located at the 42nd Medical Group, Maxwell Air Force Base.

  • This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
  • Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.
  • Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/04/2026 to 04/14/2026
Salary
$50,460 - $65,599 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 7
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Maxwell AFB, AL
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
HSJW-26-12928683-DHA
Control number
863841800

Duties

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  • Compare account balances in financial and billing information systems to assure agreement; review records and source documents to identify the sources of discrepancies; and determine the entries or actions required to bring the accounts into balance.
  • Audit daily work for use of appropriate International Classification of Disease and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, clinical rate, and payment posted to accounts and denial or reduced payments compliance guidelines.
  • Utilize a thorough knowledge of medical terminology and disease processes to analyze each record of treatment to ascertain which visits are related to the claim in question.
  • Contact in writing and/or telephonically various clinics and/or health care providers to obtain additional information as required.
  • Ensure records of billed claims have adequate audit trails; identifying accounts from aged receivable reports requiring additional actions; and reviewing status of delinquent bills.
  • Review insurance payments; sends questionable payments/denials back to insurance company for review for additional reimbursement.
  • Classify transactions, determine amounts owed, collect monies due, make deposits, complete a wide variety of accounting transactions, monitor and reconcile accounts in various financial systems
  • Assist in troubleshooting the various billing and collection information systems when errors or inconsistencies with data outputs or inputs are encountered—working with various support helpdesks both within DHA and from the software service provider.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
  • Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
  • Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
  • This is a Financial Management Level 1 Certified position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required timeframe may subject the incumbent to adverse action.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes assisting with the preparation of medical claims, utilizing automation systems to reconcile financial data, and reviewing medical documents for completeness and accuracy. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06).

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

As an integrated health care system, the Defense Health Agency delivers healthcare services across the Department of Defense and enables combat support to the Joint Force as a strategic partner. Through a robust healthcare delivery system, and a dedicated team of inspired professionals, the Agency ensures the worldwide delivery of medical, dental, and pharmacy programs to more than 9.5 million uniformed service members, retirees, and their families, by improving health and building readiness

Anytime, Anywhere-Always.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
JT-DD83AZ CENTRAL DHN - MAXWELL
DO NOT MAIL
Montgomery, AL 36112
US

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