Cash Applications Specialist

Job Summary

• Occupation: Cash Applications Specialist

• Specialty: Patient Accounting / Revenue Cycle

• Salary: $18.63-$22.00/hour

• Working Hours: 40 hours/week

• Shifts: Day Shift

• On-Call: No

• Degree Required: High school diploma or equivalent

• Position Type: Full Time

• Work Environment: Hospital Business Office

• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

• Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We're looking for Cash Applications Specialists who are excited to support the financial operations of our organization through accurate payment processing, account reconciliation, and exceptional customer service. In this role, you'll help ensure patient and insurance payments are posted accurately, maintain organized financial records, and assist with balancing and reporting activities that support the overall revenue cycle process. We value attention to detail, accountability, professionalism, and strong communication skills, and we're excited to welcome teammates who bring these strengths to our team.


Key Responsibilities

• Perform receptionist duties and assist patients with hospital and medical service payments

• Process and balance daily cash transactions and funds

• Accurately post manual and electronic revenue transactions, including payments, adjustments, and denials, into the EMR or billing system

• Reconcile posted transactions against batch totals and supporting documentation such as EOBs, ERAs, and lockbox files

• Research and resolve unidentified receipts daily

• Balance the cash drawer daily and ensure all physical funds match system reports

• Prepare daily bank deposits and act as bank messenger when needed

• Assist with journal entries, simple reports, and month-end close processes

• Maintain detailed logs of daily receipts and contractual postings for financial audits

• Perform other duties as assigned

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with Patient Accounting, Accounting, and other departments to support accurate financial operations and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment.


Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• One to three years of experience in cashiering, customer service, or handling financial transactions

• Prior experience in a healthcare or hospital cashier role preferred

• Basic math and cash handling skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Familiarity with patient accounting or billing systems preferred

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn hospital systems

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with patients in sensitive financial situations

• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in the English language

• Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with our patients, families, coworkers, and community

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 403B with Employer Match

• Life Insurance

• Flex Spending - Health Care & Dependent Care

• Employee Assistance Program

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Sick and Vacation Time

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees. Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities-allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.


Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community's health and the well-being of those who care for them.


About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, It's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.