Admitting Specialist
About The Position
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS), a nonprofit founded in 1943, has grown to be the largest provider of licensed outpatient community mental health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. We provide state-of-the-art programs and services and compassionate care to more than 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds each year. We are currently seeking a full-time Admitting Specialist to join our team in Mt. Vernon. The Admitting Specialist plays a crucial role in facilitating the intake and referral process for individuals and agencies seeking mental health services at WJCS. The compensation for this position is $46,000.
Requirements
- An Associate’s or a Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field is preferred, however an applicant with experience and a High School Diploma will be considered.
- Prior office experience, preferably in a managed care or healthcare setting, along with strong computer skills.
- Solid understanding of administrative processes with mental health or health care settings.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong data entry skills.
- Proficient knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid billing policies.
Nice To Haves
- Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus!
Responsibilities
- Process intakes and referrals, and schedule initial intake appointments for prospective clients and/or agencies.
- Verify and obtain benefits and pre-certification information from insurance companies.
- Register insurance and pre-certification details for new clients in the electronic health records system.
- Enter and adjust on-going authorizations, co-pay, and deductible information for established clients.
- Troubleshoot issues related to insurance authorization, recertification, and coordination of benefits.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan
- Ongoing Professional Development and Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements
- Disability and life insurance
- Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
