AR Specialist Job Description

AR Specialist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a AR Specialist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist management with the preparation of the issues trending log and other performance monitoring tools;
  • Provide management with on-going client-specific feedback to help prepare for monthly Account Management meetings;
  • Demonstrates strong understanding and experience using Excel required;
  • Maintains information in a confidential manner and complies with HIPAA laws according to policy;
  • Exceptional customer service, strong communication, and the ability to be analytical and multi-task are extremely important;
  • Knowledge of Mas200 a plus;
  • Review and resolve customer past due unpaid invoices;
  • Process credit card payments;
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Excel;
  • Set up and maintain new customers daily processing of invoices in accounting software;
  • Min 2 years of experience working within an AR/Billing role;
  • Monitor customer AR aging;
  • Previous experience with Utility or governmental billing;
  • Verify customer applications for payment information;
  • Monitor daily customer deduction report generated from daily cash application.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience with Excel and Windows-based programs required; prefer experience working with practice management software;
  • Knowledge of healthcare carriers and payer requirements;
  • 5 plus years of experience in Medical billing and/or collections experience in a healthcare or insurance environment;
  • Experience with ICD-9/10 and CPT coding;
  • 3 plus years of experience in collections experience from multi-specialty group for physician billing; prior leader experience;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook;
  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • Excellent communication and strong problem solving skills;
  • Strong willingness to learn;
  • Associate Degree or High School diploma;
  • Must be able to perform independently according to departmental standards with little supervision;
  • 1+ years of accounts receivable and collections experience required;
  • AA degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is required;
  • Detail-oriented, professional attitude, reliable;
  • Experience with major ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Great Plains/AS 400, QuickBooks).