What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Clerk position at Premier Medical Group?
About us
Premier Medical Group is a company in Mobile, AL 36606. We are rewarding, inclusive and challenging.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
SUMMARY OF JOB:
The Accounting Receivable Clerk is responsible for the managing and processing incoming payments.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sorts and distributes mail.
- Receives and reviews explanation of benefits, marks them for Insurance to re-file after payment and adjustment are keyed.
- Keys insurance payments and adjustments into the computer.
- Makes daily deposits from mail payments and accounts payable.
- Answers patient inquiries.
- Researches problems.
- Assists departmental staff or performs their duties as needed or as directed.
- Is responsible for special billing projects on company or corporate accounts.
- Is responsible for knowing the work schedule, observing work hours and maintaining a good attendance record. (See attached attendance and punctuality requirements.)
- Attends in-service programs.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with supervisors, employees, patients, customers and the public. Exemplifies the Company’s Five Star Program.
- Follows all corporate and departmental policies and procedures and complies with the Employee Handbook.
- Performs other tasks as needed or directed.
DEGREE OF SUPERVISION:
Reports directly to the Supervisor of Accounts Receivable.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Reports directly to the Supervisor of Accounts Receivable.
- Must be a graduate of an accredited high school.
- Requires at least 1 year of work experience in the field of data entry. Must be able to operate a computer.
- Must have good manual dexterity for operating office equipment. Must be able to function in an office setting. Must be able to type a minimum of 40 words per minute.
- Must be able to transcribe information including insurance coverage, social security and telephone numbers without error.
- Physical activity involves keying, reaching, carrying, looking, listening, talking, bending, lifting, standing, walking, and sitting, resulting in light work.
- Light - must be able to lift or carry up to 10 pounds of weight up to 10 feet occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time), or a negligible amount of weight up to 10 feet frequently (from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time). Light work requires sitting most of the time, but may involve periods of standing and walking depending on task requirements.
- Works in an office setting, which is well-lighted, ventilated and temperature regulated.
- Automobile travel may be required.
- Must be able to concentrate on work tasks amidst distractions, such as noise, conversations and foot traffic.
- Must be able to work in a confined area performing repetitive work for extended periods of time.
- Must have responsible, ethical and professional manner with the ability to listen, learn, plan and organize. Must be able to communicate with people of different races, sexes, ages and social classes.
- Must have a valid driver’s license or a picture identification and a
The statements listed above describe the principal functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that are inherent in the position. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and performance requirements satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals who are able to perform the essential functions of the job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Mobile, AL 36606 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mobile, AL 36606: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15