West County Health Centers, Inc.
Position: Billing Assistant
Reports to: Billing Manager
Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Billing Manager, the billing assistant is responsible for entering all accounts receivable payments received via mail and all insurance claim processing and follow up
West County Health Centers, Inc. is seeking an experienced Billing Assistant to join the team of our dynamic community health center organization. This position is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing community health center. Position is full time with excellent compensation and benefits including health, dental, and 403b retirement program.
West County Health Centers is a non-profit organization which provides comprehensive, quality and accessible health care services to the communities of western Sonoma County. We are a cohesive team of health care providers, support staff and volunteers dedicated to wellness, compassion, affordability and excellence of care. We serve a diverse population of adults, children and families, which includes persons with HIV and chronic physical and mental illness.
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Duties:
1. Daily payment entry of all payments received by mail or electronically to proper patient accounts
2. Posting of charges as directed by billing manager
3. Balance payments from trial report to daily payment log prior to posting
4. Performing adjusting credit entries as directed by billing manager
5. Review and transfer of charges and allowances from one bill type as required by insurance EOB
6. Preparation of all insurance claims including electronic transmission claims
7. Supplemental billing to third party carriers as payment is received from primary payer
8. Statement billing to all private pay patients monthly
9. Follow-up on past due accounts, inquiry calls to insurance carriers and collection calls
10. Review daily patient insurance and demographic information for accuracy
11. Review of A/R with billing manager
12. Reconcile daily cash sheets and apply all patient payments
13. Close AR System monthly including preparation of financial & statistical reports as assigned
14. Other duties as assigned or requested
Minimum Requirements:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily in a professional manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
One year experience in medical billing
Computer literacy and familiarity with office machines such as fax, copier, calculator
Ability to work well with a multidisciplinary team
Ability to relate well to varied client base
Must have excellent written and oral skills, strong organizational and analytical skills.
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job
Basic office and equipment safety knowledge and practice
Expectations:
Attendance and punctuality is necessary.
Ability to problem solve and be self motivated with acute attention to detail.
Must have a commitment to excellence and high standards
Must have ability to manage priorities and workflow, work independently with little or no supervision.
Demonstrate a positive customer service, patient centered approach at all times.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to move freely about the office and carry light loads (up to 25 pounds)
Prolonged standing and occasional sitting required.
Ability to work with office equipment, including computers, for long periods of time
Salary/Benefits: Compensation depends on experience. May be eligible for health, dental, 403(b) retirement, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to kdavis@wchealth.org or fax 707-869-5983, referencing Billing Assistant in the subject field or fax cover sheet.