Become Rooted in Caring for Life with St. Camillus!At St. Camillus, we're Centered on Celebrating our Employees!Our team is what makes St. Camillus an amazing place to work. If you are a team-player with experience in health-care billing, we want to meet you!ResponsibilitiesThis position will work under the direction of the PFS Manager on the collection of aged accounts receivable in the Patient Financial Services (PFS) department, including, but not limited to: ensuring timely collections of patient revenues, monitoring the accuracy of the billing function, working effectively with the billing staff, and maintaining technical knowledge of third party billing regulations. The focus is on working on and managing our accounts receivable aging and ensuring we are being paid timely for the services provided. This position will work closely with the billers to minimize our days in accounts receivable. This position will create and maintain relationships with our residents/families, as well as various payors (insurance companies) to assist in our collection efforts.
- Manage inbound and outbound communication from residents/families regarding amounts owed.
- Communicate with residents/families to establish repayment plans and resolve questions or concerns.
- Technically proficient in all patient accounting functions on our EMR/billing system. Utilizes various system reports and a 'dashboard' to monitor the status of accounts receivable aging, research problem accounts and pursue collection on outstanding balances.
- Responsible for analyzing accounts receivable balances for all payors on a regular schedule and determining and enacting the appropriate steps necessary for successful collection.
- Regularly reports all accounts receivable/collections findings to the PFS Manager, Director of Finance and VP of Finance.
- Responsible for the timely reviewing of accounts and preparing the necessary adjustments/write-offs to the PFS Manager.
- Identify accounts in need of an Attorney referral and compile all documentation necessary for submission. Provides findings to management and monitors account progress.
- Required to be knowledgeable of the various insurance companies' plans and related regulations, payment terms, submission requirements, etc. This is to include all Medicare and Medicaid managed plans as well as MLTC's.
- Prepares accounts receivable and collection plans and goals. Provides monthly status reports to Director of Finance, PFS Manager and VP of Finance.
- Assists with the quarterly bad debt analysis and reserve calculation.
- Assists with year-end audit and cost reporting data collection.
- Support department Manager and Director of Finance with all required tasks.
- Responsible for employee injury prevention, follows safety rules, and addresses safety issues with supervisor.
- All other duties as assigned by supervisor.
QualificationsMust possess, at a minimum, an Associate's Degree and two years related experience in healthcare billing and/or accounts receivable duties. Knowledge of skilled nursing billing systems preferred as well as strong Microsoft office experience (Word and Excel). Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Must be able to multi-task and meet deadlines.Benefits
- Paid Time Off for Full and Part Time Employees
- Affordable Health/Dental/Vision Plans
- Company Funded Life Insurance and Health Reimbursement Account
- Retirement Plan
- On the Centro Bus Line
- Free parking
If you are interested in joining a team of professionals who are committed to providing high quality services in a caring environment, we want to hear from you!To find more information about St. Camillus visit our website at EOE/Affirmative Action Employer