business office specialist

Royal Terrace Healthcare • Duarte, CA

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About The Position

The Business Office Specialist is responsible for accounts receivable. Assist Business Office Manager
including but not limited to resident trust and billing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AA degree from accredited college in business, accounting or related field preferred
• 1-2 years' accounts receivable, accounts payable and/or payroll experience preferred; previous experience in healthcare strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and mathematical concepts
• Able to understand and implement healthcare reimbursement and billing principles.
• Must be able to prepare financial and other records in a systematic, neat, and legible manner.
• Ability to understand and implement healthcare reimbursement, billing and accounting principles.
• Strong problem solving and leadership skills.
• Align with the Organization's mission and values, delivering high-quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity.
• Ability to interact professionally with residents, families, staff, and the public, and handle challenging situations with respect.
• Understanding and adherence to relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Effective team member with strong communication and cooperation skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Follow instructions, accept feedback, and function well in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

• Complete and file all necessary documentation for Medicaid/Medical services to ensure compliance and timely processing.
• Coordinate, track, and analyze the Medicaid/Medical process to ensure efficiency and accuracy. Address any issues or discrepancies that arise.
• Assist with the collection of Patient Liability/Share of Cost amounts and ensure the correct amounts are recorded and match the state's records.
• Facilitate meetings with caseworkers to discuss and resolve Medicaid-related issues and ensure the seamless delivery of services. Act as a liaison between residents and these agencies.
• Ensure that all annual paperwork required for the Medicaid/Medical process is completed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the processing of the Resident Trust transactions.
• Works closely with Centralized Billing office and corporate staff to complete business office related tasks.
• Responsible for processing accounts receivable transactions accurately and timely in accordance with company policy to maximize cash flow and ensure company accounts receivable targets are met.
• May also be responsible for accounts payable, including the processing of accounts payable transactions accurately and timely in accordance with company policy.
• Performs other related duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees