Assistant Business Office Manager

Position Summary The Assistant Business Office Manager assists the Business Office Manager in the overall administrative, billing, accounting, and payroll functions of the business office in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Reports to Business Office Manager (BOM). Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications High school graduate or equivalent. Associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. One (1) year in post‑acute care or other geriatric‑related field preferred. Experience in Medicare and Insurance Billing required. Specific Requirements Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e‑mail. Ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the business office. Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Knowledgeable of administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing administration functions in the post‑acute care facility. Perform proficiently in all competency areas including general business office responsibilities, cash receipts and billing, patient rights, and safety and sanitation. Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information. Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures. Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completing mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training. Promote a culture of integrity, maintain an “open door” policy, and refrain from retaliation against those who report good faith concerns. Actively implement the compliance program and Code of Conduct and ensure 100% participation by department staff. Essential Functions Assist with effective management and oversight of bookkeeping functions, including posting payments and charges to patient ledgers, balancing daily receipts, collecting delinquent accounts, and evaluating the need for and referring delinquent accounts to collection agencies. Maintain facility checkbook and reconcile it regularly. Assume the duties of the BOM in his/her absence. Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients. Assist in the evacuation of patients. Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance. Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment. Communicate and function productively in an interdisciplinary team. Perform physical tasks, including sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours. Read, write, speak, and understand English. Lift 20 lbs floor to waist, lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 20 lbs, and push/pull 20 lbs. An Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr