What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health and Hospice Office Assistant position at Aspen Home Health & Hospice of The Treasure Valley?
Description:
Advanced Health Care (AHC) is an innovative healthcare company focused on delivering 5-star services and exceptional patient outcomes. AHC operates short-term transitional rehabilitation facilities, home health care agencies, and hospice services nationwide. For more information about Advanced Health Care, visit homehealthandhospice.com
Responsibilities and Duties
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to read, research, and route correspondence to appropriate parties
- Verify eligibility and benefits via phone and online portals for a variety of insurances and Medicare
- Complete intake of new patient admissions in EHR software and schedule initial care visits
- Ensure all physician orders are sent, signed, and returned within the allotted time
- Track, manage, and collect all co-pays and patient responsibility amounts in a timely manner
- Responsible for completing all necessary steps in claim filing before submission by corporate office
- Efficiently collect and analyze information
- Operate and manage multi-line phone system
- Weekly bank deposits
- Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with co-workers
- Support Advanced Home Health and Hospice culture by promoting “Friendly, Positive, and Focused on Excellence"
- All other duties as assigned
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.
- Proficient in mathematical, verbal, written, and computer skills, as well as reasoning ability
- Excellent communication, organization, and follow-up skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously
- Attention to detail and the ability to work independently
Job Qualifications
- A minimum of 1-year medical office experience required
- Knowledge of home health/hospice operations is preferred
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, lift, and move about
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Salary : $15 - $23
