City Of Ankeny, IA Ankeny , IA 50015
Posted 2 weeks ago
Function
The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for the fulltime Medical Billing Supervisor with the Fire Department. This position performs work under general supervision; to supervise and direct the operational and day to day functions of the medical billing staff; to assist in daily activities and operations of the department and to provide clerical support to the fire department administration; to record data, generate reports and invoices.
The starting salary range is $70,972 - $95,245 with starting pay up to midpoint with commensurate experience and qualifications. Background check required.
The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Vacation and Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
Defined Benefits Pension Plan Through IPERS
Deferred Compensation Plan
Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
Longevity Pay
Interested applicants should complete a City of Ankeny employment application at www.ankenyiowa.gov/jobs with a cover letter and resume no later than Sunday, June 2, 2024. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.
To advance in the hiring process, you must pass a civil service exam to be administered to all qualified applicants. Additional information will be emailed on Monday, June 3, 2024. Please check your email (and junk email) for testing information. Contact HR if you do not receive the testing information on 06/03/2024.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Supervises and oversees the billing/records division including training, scheduling, assigning duties, and monitoring progress by completing performance appraisals.
Performs quality assurance procedures and assists with managing department payroll along with the Deputy Chief of EMS Operations.
Manages ambulance billing system, records and data, including processing of patient and run information, billing, processing of Medicare, Medicaid and insurance claims and payments.
Develops and implements policy and procedures for ambulance billing and collections to assure compliance with regulatory agencies and provides training for same.
Compliance officer for HIPAA and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Provides initial and ongoing training to fire/rescue personnel in documentation, required patient information and HIPAA regulations and compliance with the new "Red Flag Rules" as mandated by the federal government.
Manages and directs the department's miscellaneous billing programs and fees.
Manages budget line item accounts as directed by the Fire Chief.
Inventory control and procurement of office supplies.
Ensures good customer service practices at the front office window.
Entry Requirements and Skills
Shall possess an Associate's degree (Bachelor's degree preferred) from an accredited college or university and have five (5) years' experience in medical billing and coding with some supervisory responsibilities preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of current medical and coding terms.
National Academy of Compliance
Ability to coordinate and direct the work of others; ability to prepare accurate and comprehensive reports; ability to deal with callers and visitors tactfully and courteously; ability to communicate information clearly both verbally and in written form.
Knowledge of standard office procedures and equipment
Ability to operate a computer and utilize use of Microsoft products to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package for regular fulltime employees. The benefits available include vacation, personal days, sick leave, life insurance and AD&D, health and dental insurance, vision insurance, long term disability, retirement, and flexible spending accounts. Other voluntary insurance products are also offered.
Non-Union Fulltime Employees:
Vacation:
80 hours per year-at hire
120 hours per year-after 5 years of service
160 hours per year-after 10 years of service
200 hours per year-after 15 years of service
240 hours per year-after 25 years of service
Personal:
Each year on July 1, fulltime employees shall receive 32 hours. The personal leave must be used on or before June 30th of the following year.
Hired between July 1 - October 1 - 32 hours
After October 1 - before January 1 - 24 hours
After January 1 - before April 1 - 16 hours
Sick:
8 hours per month after the first 30 days.
1600 hours maximum accumulation
Holidays: 9 paid holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Memorial Day
Indepedence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
The Friday following Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve Day
Christmas Day
For more detailed overview of all the City of Ankeny benefits, visit our website.
01
Do you possess a college degree?
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
No Degree
02
How many years of experience do you have in medical billing and coding?
03
Do you have experience with supervisory responsibilities?
04
Do you possess the National Academy of Compliance
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency City of Ankeny Iowa
Address 410 West 1st St
Ankeny, Iowa, 50023-1557
Phone 515-965-6400
Website http://www.ankenyiowa.gov
City Of Ankeny, IA