Bassett Healthcare Cooperstown , NY 13326
Posted 2 days ago
The best thing about this role
Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.
What you'll do
Under supervision of the Manager, the Business Office Assistant
Operational/Procedural: Responsible for day to day operations of outpatient pharmacy system to ensure quality and productivity standards are met for timely accurate billing and payment postings to third party and personal accounts.
Responsible for accurate payment posting of third party and all internal accounts with any BHN affiliation within 48 hours of receipt as monitored by management.
Reconcile cashier daily report and drawer balancing report; address any inaccuracies for correction, as requested by management.
Monitor system of controls for the payroll deduction system such that it is balanced each day.
Transmit verified data in acceptable electronic and hard copy format to appropriate department. Success will be monitored by management.
Follow up on accounts to ensure timely and appropriate reimbursement is received. Aged A/R greater than 90 days should be 8% or lower of total A/R as produced in month-end reports, success will be monitored by management.
Responsible to verify private pay billing statements and internal accounts and process for mailing within 48 hours of monthly close. Supply supporting documentation to justify billing. Monitor accounts for payment posting. Monitored by management observation.
Participate in educational programs and in-service meetings as noted by Management.
Responsibilities for Relationships: Maintains a strong working relationship with all Bassett staff and customers.
Always Treat Customers (other employees, quests, patients and physicians) with courtesy and respect as observed by Management and feedback from other staff members or patients.
Presents a positive image of Bassett Healthcare 100% of the time through professional appearance and behavior as observed by Management.
Responds appropriately to Customer Service requests within 48 hours of receipt as monitored by feedback from our Customer Service unit.
Works cooperatively within our own unit/department and with other units/departments as observed by Management and feedback from staff.
Financial Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining optimum cash flow.
Identify payer and system problems, recommend solution and advise management, success will be monitored by management.
Reviews payment vouchers to ensure proper reimbursement is being received in accordance with our contracts as observed by Management.
Use supplies and equipment sensibly, remaining cost conscience as monitored by Hospital Billing Managers observation and responsibility reports.
Responsibilities for Information: Maintains a thorough understanding of the importance of sharing information accurately and timely remaining conscientious about confidentiality.
Consistently ensures information known about the Customer is kept private and confidential as observed by Management and feedback from other staff and/or patients.
Complies with all privacy (HIPAA) regulations and adheres to Basset's confidentiality policies. Management monitors success through feedback from co-workers and/or patients.
Identifies the need for information or services from the Unit in order to accomplish organizational objectives or standards, and to evaluate whether appropriate systems are in place to meet those needs. Success is monitored by Management through A/R review and employee feedback.
Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.
Monitor the A/R EFT deposit sheets for accuracy of assigned GL.
What we need from you
Education:
2 year / Associate Degree, required
4 year / Bachelor's Degree, preferred
Experience may be considered in lieu of education
Experience:
Skills:
Accountability
Accuracy
Communication
Computer Skills
Customer Service
Maintain Confidentiality
Maintain Files
Reading/Writing/Comprehension
Reliability
Physical Requirements:
Occasional grasping, lifting, reaching, standing, visual acuity, (color, depth, perception), walking
Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking
Travel:
Total Rewards
Bassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:
Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability protection
Retirement benefits including an employer match
And more!
Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.
Pay Range
Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.
Pay Range Minimum:
USD $17.32/Hr.
Pay Range Maximum:
USD $25.98/Hr.
We love the difference people bring
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
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