ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE HEALTHCARE BILLING SPECIALIST

Unclassified - Pittsfield, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Pittsfield, MA

About the position

Integritus Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Billing Specialist to join our accounting team in Pittsfield, MA. As a long-term care and senior living company, we pride ourselves on our core values of integrity, compassion, teamwork, excellence, and stewardship. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including the convenience of weekly pay. The ideal candidate will have experience in medical billing, particularly with third-party reimbursements, although we are willing to provide training for those who are eager to learn and grow within our organization. In this role, you will be responsible for the collection and management of patient receivables across all assigned facilities. This involves utilizing your knowledge of third-party reimbursement processes, Integritus Healthcare policies, and effective collection techniques to ensure timely financial resolution of accounts. You will be expected to demonstrate strong organizational skills, as you will be working under deadlines and managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Effective communication skills are essential, as you will interact with coworkers and the public regularly, requiring excellent telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills. Additionally, familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid billing processes is highly desirable, as is experience with Keane Ram computer systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is also required, as you will need to complete various documentation and reporting tasks. The ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently with minimal supervision is crucial for success in this position. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for healthcare billing and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our team at Integritus Healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the billing and collection of patient receivables for assigned facilities.
• Utilize knowledge of third-party reimbursement processes to ensure timely financial resolution of accounts.
• Demonstrate effective collection techniques to maximize revenue recovery.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of billing activities and communications with patients and insurance companies.
• Work collaboratively with the accounting team to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, demonstrating excellent telephone etiquette.
• Preserve the confidentiality of sensitive information related to patient accounts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in medical billing, with a focus on third-party reimbursements.
• Familiarity with ICD-10 coding and general accounting principles.
• Previous experience working with Medicare and Medicaid billing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for documentation and reporting tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Keane Ram computer systems is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Weekly pay