Financial Assistant

Financial Specialist Assistant/Billing Specialist Working with us means being part of something special: A team that is passionate about making an impact on our patients' lives each and every day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, our facility offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from many different conditions. As you care for and help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way. We are in search of a qualified Financial Specialist Assistant/Billing Specialist: To perform the successful and timely completion of assigned business and financial functions within the parameters established by Company guidelines, state and federal regulations, and as needed to achieve the financial goals of the facility. Promote an environment that provides optimal efficiencies and superior quality of the business office. Qualifications Healthcare billing and collection experience preferred. Strong organization skills including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Strong analytical skills; ability to quickly identify problems and find effective solutions. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work and produce results under pressure. Ability to effectively and harmoniously interact with facility, group, and corporate management and other employees at all levels; promotes teamwork and demonstrates strong leadership skills and professionalism. Fundamental knowledge of insurance agency reimbursement programs. Must be capable of performing the ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS and PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL JOB FUNCTIONS as outlined below. Essential Job Functions Administrative Functions Accepts ownership and accountability for the successful completion of all business office functions and achievement of goals. Strives for compliance by all business office staff with internal controls and state and federal regulations. Ability to audit resident accounts, assess accuracy and collectability of accounts receivable balances, and initiate appropriate collection actions. Performs and/or oversees the completion of all routine and extraordinary business office related tasks, including but not limited to: Accounts Receivable Evaluation and data entry of all new residents to our program from outside Skilled Nursing Facilities. Third party billing Collections Accounts payable Maintain and reconcile office petty cash account Reception, mail distribution and all other administrative duties Duties as outlined in the Billing Specialist Protocol Keeps abreast of current state, federal and company policies, procedures and regulations. Keeps abreast of changes in billing guidelines for Medicare, Medicaid, HMO's, PPO's and reports them to the Office Manager. Accounting Functions Verify accuracy of invoices, remittance advices, checks and journals. Ensure that expenses are distributed to the correct accounts. Assist in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of adequate accounting systems. Ensure correct recording and posting of payments to appropriate journals and accounts. Maintain files of all charge slips, debits, credits, etc for each resident. Oversight of billing company for collections, accounts receivable, including collection letters and statements. Assist in balancing accounts, verifying computer printouts, and reconciling. Benefits (for full time employees): Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance (low premium and low deductibles!) Dental Insurance 401k/matched PTO Paid Holidays Very attractive employee referral bonus plan We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. "Our Family Caring For Yours"