What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Manager position at LM South?
Landmark South is currently seeking an Account Manager.. Primary duties of the accounts manager are as follows:
1. Check benefits prior to admit
2. Explain benefits and expenses to inquiring residents and/or their loved ones.
3. Collect monthly income from residents and/or their families.
Applicants must be fluent with the use of computers, have strong organizational and time management skills.
Account management experience in a long term care setting a plus, but not required.
Job Summary
The Accounts Manager’s primary responsibility is to collect and accurately reflect accounts receivable of the facility.
Education:
High School diploma required. Health care accounting and/or billing experience preferred, but not required.
Qualifications:
1. Must have some accounting experience
2. Must have computer skills
3. Must be able to type and use other office equipment
4. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships and works well with the general public.
5. Is of good emotional, mental and physical health having sound judgment and high professional standards
6. Has ability to work well with the general public
7. Has ability to meet and deal with a variety of employees, residents and relatives
8. Is courteous in working with residents, families and employees
9. Maintains a neat, well-groomed and professional appearance at all times
10. Has a desire to work with the geriatric clientele as well as residents of any age and their current prospective activity and interest needs
11. Must be willing to be in and/or available to the facility weekends as well as weekdays.
12. Considerable initiative and judgment is needed in promoting favorable public relations
13. Must be sociable, courteous and have a memory for details
14. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination as required by the state the Accounts Manager is employed.
Responsibilities:
The Accounts Manager works with the Administrator to assure the following responsibilities are accomplished. This list is only partial and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
Tasks and responsibilities:
1. Handles resident billing and collection per prescribed procedures
2. Records facility census information daily
3. Is familiar with insurance coverage on residents in order to channel their medical bills and supplies
4. Handles Resident Trust Fund duties as assigned
5. Relates knowledgeable information regarding admission requirements and rates
6. Is familiar with the admission folder and admission procedure for new admissions
7. Enters pertinent information regarding new residents into the computer
8. Has working knowledge of all office procedures and systems
9. Answers the telephone as needed
10. Promotes effective work relationships with the administrator, medical staff, personnel, volunteers, agencies, and management staff affiliated with the facility.
11. Attends and participates in facility meetings.
12. Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement Program
13. Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Program
14. Reports immediately to supervisor and administrator situations involving abuse, neglect, or suspicion of a crime.
15. Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Compliance Program, HIPPA Standard, and Computer Usage Agreement.
16. Other duties as assigned by the Administrator
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Account management: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23