Administrative Assistant - Medical Billing

Chula Vista Comprehensive Treatment Center • San Diego, CA

108d • $24 - $27

About The Position

The Administrative Support/Medical Biller role will perform routine administrative functions such as preparing correspondence and reports, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to patients or visitors. The Administrative Support/Medical Biller may work with patients to secure billing information, reconciling billing reports and verifying insurance for patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• 2+ years of experience in medical billing and coding required.
• Knowledge of administrative processes and systems, such as word processing and spreadsheet software, managing files, and patient records.
• Knowledgeable in handling insurance claims, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.
• Precision in coding and entering patient data is key to preventing errors in billing and ensuring proper reimbursement.
• Ability to resolve billing issues, including identifying and addressing coding errors, disputed claims, and underpayments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, providers, and insurance companies to clarify billing issues or discrepancies.
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations to ensure that patient information is handled securely and confidentially.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, keep track of numerous patient records, and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mental health or addiction treatment clinics would be a strong advantage.
• Patient Advocacy skills to assist MAT patients with insurance or financial matters.
• Familiarity with MAT Protocols and Guidelines.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems and other relevant healthcare technologies.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain and retrieve general files for clinic or department.
• Manage and coordinate administrative programs or office activities.
• Use computer software to create spreadsheets, manage databases, and prepare presentations, reports, and documents.
• Answer telephones, takes messages or transfer calls.
• Schedule appointments and update calendars.
• Assist in arranging staff meetings, handle incoming/outgoing mail and faxes, prepare memos, invoices, or other reports.
• Maintain databases and filing systems, whether electronic or paper.
• Perform basic bookkeeping as needed.
• May work with patients to secure billing information, reconciling billing reports and verifying insurance for patients.
• Perform duties using specific knowledge of medical terminology and clinic procedures.

Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED