What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collection Specialist position at Penn Highlands Healthcare?
Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.
Summary:
AS A COLLECTION SPECIALIST, you’ll be responsible for monitoring and collecting payment on overdue account balances after insurances as well as balances uninsured patients. You'll respond promptly for estates on deceased patients by woring in conjunction with estate executors and/or attorneys. You'll work closely with financial counselors with patients applying for medicaid and/or financial assistance. You will also monitor and maintain daily work queues at acceptable levels, balance the cash drawer daily, and complete other miscellaneous account support duties when necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent GED required, some college level courese in business and/or fiance is preferred.
- 1>#43; years collections experience, preferably in healthcare or financial setting.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficient computer skills, proficient in typing and 10-key pad, microsoft word excel preferred.
- Well versed in collection rules and regulations and account receivable knowledge relative to third party payers preferred.
- Ability to work independently and maintain accuracy.
- Experience with Cerner and/or G.E. Centricity systems preferred
- Experience with the Medicaid promise sytem and Navinet system preferred.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive Compensation
- Shift Differentials
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Supportive and Experienced Peers
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision offered after completion of introductory period
- Paid Time Off
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match Company Paid Short
- & Long Term disability coverage
- Company Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health
- & Wellness Programs
