JOB SUMMARY

Processes and tracks all medical payments related to division medical billings. Handles daily deposits, data entry into medical billing systems, and provides backup for the front desk and phone operator. This position works with our Medical Billing Group,  processing medical service bills for private paying individuals and insurance companies. This includes receiving and applying payments from those sources, including Medicaid and Medicare.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3) years of experience directly related to these duties.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

Preferrence may be given to candidates with knowledge of healthcare billing regulations, coding systems (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS), payer requirements (Medicaid, Medicare, commercial), and compliance standards (HIPAA).

Preference may be given to applicants who are Bilingual in English and Spanish, and requires reading, writing, and speaking both English and Spanish fluently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collects payments, records billing transactions, and issues receipts.
• Processes online and electronic remittance advice payments and reconciles transactions.
• Prepares and processes daily, monthly, and quarterly reports.
• Serves as an agent cashier responsible for deposit preparation.
• Performs data entry and word processing functions.
• Performs customer service functions in person and on the phone.
• Completes initial billing. Prepares external billing records.
• Initiates refunds and completes adjustments and refunds.
• Serves as backup for the receptionist.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of:

• Basic arithmetic calculations
• Basic business math
• Modern office practices and procedures
• Standard office software and equipment
• Medical billing practices and requirements
• Data entry techniques
• Computer software and programs related to job-specific duties
• Principles in Public Relations and Customer Service
• Cash handling procedures

Skills and Abilities to:

• Operate and input correct information into various computer systems
• Use computer office equipment related to job-specific duties
• Produce reports and other written reports on a regular basis
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Follow written and oral instructions
• Advanced skills in office computer programs
• Perform excellent customer service and provide leadership within a team environment
• Perform, prioritize, and coordinate to completion of multiple tasks
• Understand and follow broad objectives and instructions
• Work with minimum supervision and act independently

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:

An “At Will”, FSLA non-exempt employee is not eligible for County benefits and must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.

• Must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.
• Are not eligible for County benefits except as otherwise provided for by policy.
• Are not considered merit.
• Are “at will” employees who may be terminated for any reason, without notice, and without a pre termination.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION

The preferred candidate for this position will have knowledge of healthcare billing regulations, coding systems (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS), payer requirements (Medicaid, Medicare, commercial), and compliance standards (HIPAA). The candidate may have the option to become full-time (time-limited).

This position will work no more then 29 hours per week during the buisnees hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.