Medicaid Specialist - Liberty Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing

Liberty Center is seeking a Medicaid Specialist. The Medicaid Specialist is responsible for overseeing all functions of the Business Office, assigned by the BOM, specifically A/P, A/R, and resident financial information, and the accurate reporting of the same to corporate personnel.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinating and managing business office functions, including employee safety, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and customer service
• Oversee reception activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of billings to appropriate reimbursement agencies and private payers.
• Set up and maintain financial files for residents: billing, admission papers, state and Medicare reimbursement documents; coordinate and collect accounts receivable and past-due accounts
• Review payment policies and procedures with new admissions and their responsible parties
• Complete receipt records, post deposits, run cash receipts batch listings, research/prepare/post adjustments, call in deposits and enter census,
• Administer and reconcile resident trust accounts and petty cash
• Answer family inquiries regarding billing for services
• Develop and maintain relationships with employees, residents, visitors, vendors, and the corporate office.

Requirements:

• Two years of bookkeeping experience within a healthcare setting, including, but not limited to: managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
• Medicaid experience
• Software proficiency such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public Must have knowledge of billing and collection practices/techniques
• Superior organization skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multi-task.