Medical Collectors - Remote (Tri-County Area)

University of Miami • Medley, FL

132d • Remote

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Central Business Office has exciting Remote Full-Time opportunities within the Tri-County area, for the following roles: The primary focus of these roles is to ensure that patient accounts are efficiently collected in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Further, the Medical Collectors are in charge of all duties related to the billing and collection activities of accounts receivable.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required for both Medical Collector and Sr. Medical Collector.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required for Medical Collector.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required for Sr. Medical Collector.
• General knowledge of office procedures and operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles.

Nice To Haves

• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the resolution of patient accounts and verifies patient's demographic and insurance information.
• Reviews and monitors reimbursements due, and determines appropriate collection methods and account follow-up procedure.
• Pursues insurance carries by placing phone calls, documenting work performed, and setting safeguards to ensure that payments are received.
• Prepares monthly report for account receivables and other items assigned.
• Reviews benefit explanations from insurance companies and takes proper actions to request adjustments or refunds when applicable.
• Identifies trends and any problems with particular payors and reports findings to supervising staff.
• Responds to over-the-phone and in-person inquiries from patients and insurance carriers.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

What This Job Offers

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