Description
JOB TITLE : Collections Clerk
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES :
The Collector is responsible for handling all parts of insurance claims and denials, as well as checking the status of claims.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 2 years of medical collections experience preferred
- Experience with medical practice billing software necessary
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of computers with experience in windows-based systems and Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding and electronic billing necessary
- Ability to communicate effectively with center management, center staff, patients, their families, the physicians and their staff
- Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Spanish preferred
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions that result in having to re-evaluate priorities
- Proficient in medical terminology
- Detail oriented
Benefits :
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- And more!
Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity
Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.
Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.
Qualifications
Behaviors
Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Experience
2 years : Must show minimum of 2 years full time experience as a medical collector (preferred)