Accounts Receivable Assistant

We are hiring an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our dynamic care team at Wadsworth Glen Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Middletown! Shift is 8a-4p with weekly pay at $25 an hour. Wadsworth Glen is a 102-bed skilled nursing facility. As an AR Assistant, you assist in the day-to-day accounting function of the facility. Experience & Education: Must have, as a minimum, six (6) months experience in bookkeeping or accounting practice. Experience in health care accounting preferred but not required. High school diploma or its equivalent required. Duties & Responsibilities: Discuss billing situations with residents and/or responsible parties including Director of Finance. Maintain accurate and timely records and reports, including all accounts, journals, deposits, ledgers, etc. Maintain accurate census data. Secure all cash and valuables on hand, per policy. Maintains the cable/phone billing upon admission and monthly thereafter on an ongoing basis Maintains and follows up on all coinsurance receivables. Maintains and follows up on all applied income collections. Completes Medicaid redeterminations when applicable. Back-up for the Payroll position. Specific Requirements: Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must be able to type 45 words per minute and use a 10-key calculator. Must possess the ability to carry out assigned job functions that are necessary for assisting the Director of Financial Services in collecting, billing and maintaining Accounts Receivable. Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents, staff, based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning. Is knowledgeable in various payment sources as needed and assists resident and families. Is diligent in collections. Athena’s Benefits: Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Available for Eligible Team Members: Employer Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Athena Care at Home