Patient Account Representative I - Cash Applications Clerk (Full Time, Day)

NorthBay Healthcare Corporation • Fairfield, CA

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About The Position

The Patient Account Representative I, Cash Applications Clerk prepares the daily receipts lockbox, processes 835 Electronic Remittance, and accurately posts payments and adjustments to patient accounts in the financial system. In accordance with department procedures, the role also involves posting denial codes, accelerating patient statements, resolving unidentified cash, and working closely with Accounting to reconcile cash clearing accounts.

The position requires consistent attendance and work during the agreed-upon hours. The schedule is 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• One year of data entry or ten-key experience is required.
• Obtain an HFMA Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) Certification within 9 months of the start date.
• Ability to quickly master computer programs.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and process cash quickly to meet deadlines.
• Ability to post payments and adjustments accurately and timely.
• Ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to perform different types of tasks each day and adapt to changing priorities.
• Consistent attendance and work during the agreed-upon hours are required.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.
• College courses emphasizing business or medical billing are preferred.
• One year of medical business office experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of personal computers, particularly spreadsheet and word processing programs, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the daily receipts lockbox.
• Process 835 Electronic Remittance.
• Post payments and adjustments accurately to patient accounts in the financial system.
• Post denial codes in accordance with department procedures.
• Accelerate patient statements.
• Resolve unidentified cash.
• Work with Accounting to reconcile cash clearing accounts.

What This Job Offers

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