What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cash Posting Specialist position at Skagit Regional Health?
Department : Business Office SRH
Exempt : No
Schedule : DAYS
Position Type : Full Time 0.6 FTE or More
FTE : 1.000000
Base Wage $20.29 to $29.43
Location : SRH Business Center
The information described in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Other information : Job Summary
The information described in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical services in order to ensure effective, efficient and accurate financial and administrative operations. Works effectively and cooperatively within the workplace. Location / Department specific tasks and competencies may apply.
Essential Functions
Complete all cash and / or credit processing and posting tasks per department procedure in an accurate and timely manner. Perform complete audit of posting transactions and ensure accuracy per established procedure. Maintain Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) log. Prepare and balances receipts, adjustments and refunds in an accurate and timely manner. Prepare all remittance with the Explanation of Benefits (EOB) for disbursement to appropriate business office staff per procedure. Follow internal payer protocols and posting guidelines related to payer fee schedules. Maintain understanding and the ability to interpret multiple types of Explanation of Benefits. Maintain ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office (Outlook) and department specific software applications to perform work. Communicate effectively and cooperatively in the workplace. Actively contribute to the achievement of Quality Improvement and Lean Process Improvement activities. Complete all mandatory learning requirements in a timely manner. Maintain current licensure and / or certification as required. Attend and actively participate in all department, team and / or committee meetings. Comply with all Skagit Regional Health, department and location specific policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee.
Education
High School graduate or GED required.
Experience / Training
Minimum one (1) year of accounting or patient accounting required.
License / Certifications
None required.
Other Skills
Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills required. Must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications to perform work. Well developed problem solving and analytical skills required. Must be able to effectively prioritize workload amongst frequent interruptions with competing priorities. Knowledge of general accounting principles required. Ability to coordinate work schedule with requirements of position (may include overtime and weekend work).
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; when working in office. Repetitive tasks such as typing, sitting, answering phones, and interacting with computers and computer systems most of the day is a function of the position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus. This position requires working in an indoor, environmentally controlled environment when in the office.Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b / 401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week. Eligible employees also receive sick time pay.
Salary : $20 - $29
