AR Specialist

The Role This position is an opportunity to become directly involved in the daily operations of the Accounts Receivables department within Treasury Operations. This position requires negotiation skills, excellent oral and written ability, and the aptitude to research payment and reimbursement issues in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Independently manage and collect high volume claims ARs from providers of approximately $25 million annually, while maintaining positive relationships. Review and analyze aged trial balance monthly for collection activity; initiate dunning letters and telephone contact with providers for past due issues. Set up and monitor budget arrangements with providers. Address provider appeals through research and coordination with internal business partners. Set up manual ARs as required for claim and non-claim receivables. Utilize systems to expedite recovery through offset deduction process or transfer of funds. Refer accounts to outside collection agency as appropriate. Qualifications Excellent oral and written communication skills; proven ability to work well under pressure and communicate clearly with internal and external parties and with all levels within the organization. Negotiation skills. High degree of initiative; team player. High degree of professionalism; ability to effectively interact with all levels of an organization. Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize and organize a high volume of accounts and varied functions. Minimum of three years experience in a customer/provider services environment or three years of patient accounting experience in a hospital or professional practice is highly desirable. Knowledge of claims operations systems (NASCO, Blue Card, FEP, ITS) is also desired. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word applications required; exposure to MS Access databases is desirable. Education / Relevant Experience BA/BS preferred or 3-5 years relevant work experience. Excellent verbal and communication skills are required. Note: a writing sample will be required as part of the interview process. #LI-Remote Minimum Education Requirements High school degree or equivalent required unless otherwise noted above. Location: Hingham Time Type: Full time Hourly Range: $31.75 - $38.81 The job posting range is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs and affordability. This job is also eligible for variable pay. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and a suite of well-being benefits to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr