Collector - A/R (404)

METHODIST REHABILITATION CENTER • Flowood, MS

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for collections of assigned hospital and/or physicians’ Accounts Receivable. Duties include initial submission of claims to the insurance companies, contacting insurance companies regarding open account balances, taking the necessary actions to secure payment, and thoroughly documenting these actions on each account. Staff members must be able to work with other departments within the organization to investigate and resolve claims, navigate reports to assess accounts requiring follow up, exhibit excellent written communication skills for appeal submission, and be able to prioritize their own workflow to maximize output. This position will also be responsible for assisting patients with account inquiries and other duties as assigned by the Business Office Director.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years previous experience in healthcare collections
• Computer skills a must with a minimum intermediate level Microsoft Office user, specifically Word and Excel
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors in revenue management or accounting preferred

Responsibilities

• initial submission of claims to the insurance companies
• contacting insurance companies regarding open account balances
• taking the necessary actions to secure payment
• thoroughly documenting these actions on each account
• work with other departments within the organization to investigate and resolve claims
• navigate reports to assess accounts requiring follow up
• exhibit excellent written communication skills for appeal submission
• prioritize their own workflow to maximize output
• assisting patients with account inquiries
• other duties as assigned by the Business Office Director

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• A comprehensive, flexible, benefit package to all full-time employees (32 hours plus per week)
• Medical and dental coverage beginning the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• 403b Retirement
• Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

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