Accounts Receivable Associate- Third Party Billing

$47,840 - $47,840/Yr

891 Erickson Senior Living, LLC - Catonsville, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Catonsville, MD

10,001+ employees

About the position

Erickson Senior Living is seeking an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Associate to join our expanding team. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate billing for resident healthcare services, which directly impacts our business operations. The A/R Associate will be responsible for preparing accurate pre-billing reviews, managing third-party billing processes, and posting cash for charges related to an assigned business line. This role requires a strong focus on customer service, as the A/R Associate will work closely with our A/R Help Desk team to provide exceptional support to residents and their families. In addition to billing responsibilities, the A/R Associate will conduct admissions and census reviews to ensure that resident accounts are set up correctly and billed in a timely manner. This includes completing follow-ups on third-party payments and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a background in healthcare accounts receivable, with a minimum of two years of experience in billing, collections, or cash posting. Alternatively, candidates with a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Healthcare Finance/Administration will also be considered. At Erickson Senior Living, we pride ourselves on our commitment to customer satisfaction and positive health outcomes. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our mission of helping people live better lives. We offer competitive compensation, exceptional growth and career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate pre-billing review for assigned business line.
• Manage third-party billing processes and follow-up.
• Post cash for charges related to resident healthcare services.
• Provide exceptional customer service in partnership with the A/R Help Desk team.
• Conduct admissions and census review to ensure correct billing setup of resident accounts.
• Complete third-party payment follow-up and reconciliation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years healthcare accounts receivable experience in billing, collections, cash posting, or other healthcare revenue cycle-related experience.
• Graduation from an accredited 2-year college with coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Finance/Administration or related field of study is acceptable.
• Knowledge of Vision or other medical practice management systems preferred.
• Current Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS-I) from the American Association of Healthcare Administrative Management (AAHAM) preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with medical practice management systems.
• Certification in revenue cycle management.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401k for all employees 18 and over with company contribution up to 3% once eligible.
• Education assistance and certification reimbursement programs.
• Student loan refinancing partnership programs.
• Onsite medical centers providing wellness visits and sick care for employees over 18 years of age.
• Free onsite parking at all communities and corporate offices.
• Extensive employee discount programs.