Lien/AR Administrative Assistant - ADMIN STAFF II

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus for qualifying candidates!

PMI is looking for a dynamic Authorization/Verification Specialist proficient in performing all tasks required for the purpose of insurance verification, benefits and eligibility and prior authorization in a radiology setting. The ideal candidate would be tasked at obtaining authorizations and eligibility required for service.

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Pueblo Medical Imaging (PMI) is owned and operated by Radiology Associates of Nevada (RAN). RAN has been servicing the Greater Las Vegas Area Since 1977.
We are a comprehensive state-of-the-art diagnostic and full-service outpatient imaging center. We offer patients convenient scheduling, easy access in a comfortable paperless environment, as well as the advanced technology required for accurate evaluations and diagnosis. Our dedicated and experienced staff treats every patient with respect and dignity.

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Provide assistance to the management team and shareholders for proficient daily office and accounting operations to meet the company\xe2\x80\x99s yearly goals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Two years of previous medical office experience (radiology preferred).
• One year of general accounting to include A/R, reconciliation, and journal entries.
• Ability to read, understand, write, speak, and follow English instructions. Bilingual abilities preferred.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely for effective communication.
• Ability to do essential job duties proficiently.
• Display superior interpersonal skills for effective communication with vendors, co-workers, doctors, patients and direct reports.

MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage stress appropriately.
• Ability to manage time efficiently.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritizes effectively.
• Ability to work alone and/or with others effectively.
• Ability to work in close proximity to others in a distracting environment.
• Possesses common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions for which the person in the job is held accountable. The following are the essential functions of the job.

Duties:

• Perform a variety of accounting duties including, but not limited to, preparing A/R for invoicing of physician accounts and entry into the accounting systems; posting payment of invoices; maintain physician receivable files and contracts; and running reports from various systems.
• Ability to handle lien accounts; includes sending paperwork to attorneys, sending invoices to lien holders, follow-up with documentation, posting lien payments, and status of cases. Communicate effectively with attorneys, doctors and other personnel.
• Schedule, coordinate, reschedule and confirm patient appointments. Relay necessary messages to staff.
• Verify patient information, prior exams and history, and thoroughly document necessary information in RIS system.
• Obtain insurance information regarding co-pays, deductibles and percentage payments.
• Assist department with authorizations as needed.
• Route faxed referrals into system for calling and scheduling patients from work list.
• Coordinate film/report pickup and delivery, as needed.
• Assign images to the appropriate read groups in the PACS.
• Perform a variety of general clerical duties including, but not limited to, answering phones, filing, copying, faxing and scanning.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Las Vegas, NV 89118: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• General Accounting: 1 year (Required)
• Medical Office: 2 years (Required)

About Pueblo Medical Imaging:

Pueblo Medical Imaging (PMI) is a comprehensive state-of-the-art diagnostic and full-service outpatient imaging center. We offer patients convenient scheduling, easy access in a comfortable paperless environment, as well as the advanced technology required for accurate evaluations and diagnosis. Our dedicated and experienced staff treats every patient with respect and dignity. For referring physicians, we provide fast, efficient results through our filmless RIS/PACS system, allowing the physician to view exams on CD, as well as access images and reports on their office or home computer. Pueblo Medical Imaging (PMI) always has a board-certified radiologist onsite and is owned and operated by Radiology Associates of Nevada. Our Mission Statement: To provide quality diagnostic imaging and interventional services to the Las Vegas Valley, seeking to be the provider of choice to our patients and referring physicians.