Job Description

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus and $100 Gas Card

Job Title:

Billing Assistant

Reports to:

Medical Billing Manager

Job Purpose:

The Billing Assistant will support the finance team and Medical Billing Manger, performing an array of administrative functions requiring confidentiality, initiative and sound decision making. This position provides high-quality administrative support and assistance with the preparation of the claims billing process, general administrative functions, and special projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Enter PCA visits into excel spreadsheets for billing preparation Initiate telephone calls, send faxes requesting insurance referrals when required Enter SCO and MH authorization dates into billing sheets for monthly claims billings Submit SCO/OneCare Claims as needed Assist Biller with insurance eligibility changes Purchases all office, program, and IT supplies through approved supply request process Provides purchase documentation to Accountant for payment and/or reconciliation Provide admin support for CFO, Finance Team, and agency special projects
Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email Prepare business correspondence Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of consumers, staff and, agency information Make copies of correspondence or other printed Materia May work independently and/or within a team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects Other duties and special projects as assigned

Interpersonal Communication:

Model integrity, personal and professional ethics and maintain confidential consumer and organizational data Maintain a positive working relationship with consumers, co-workers, referral sources and others to achieve positive outcomes Maintain updated computer technology competencies i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Teamwork and Cooperation:

Work as an effective team member in a collaborative manner through strong individual contribution and commitment Demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills, both verbally, written, and in electronic formats

Education, Experience and Required Skills

High School Diploma required, Associates Degree preferred Minimum of 3 years' experience in an administrative role, 3+ years supporting Ability to manage time, plan and organize work Ability to work independently on assignment Confidentiality of information and files of persons served is essential to the operations of the center and thus mandatory for this position Ability to independently prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Excellent organizational skills and follow-through skills Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook required Team-player mindset Knowledge of disability issues and basic philosophy of the independent living movement Ability to work a flexible schedule Some travel required Predictability of attendance and punctuality are critical to the Center's operations

Compensation

: Compensation rate is commensurate with experience and education.

Review Policy:

Medical Billing Manager will complete performance appraisal with employee at the completion of a six-month probation period. Job duties and assignments will be reviewed at this time. Thereafter, performance appraisals will be completed and reviewed annually.