Accounts Payable

SKLD Beltline is looking to add a detail oriented and organized person such as yourself to our team! We are a 182-bed skilled nursing facility that is located in Grand Rapids right on the East Beltline; minutes away from I-96. At SKLD Beltline, we believe in the power of collaboration and personal growth. Come work where your contributions make a real difference in the lives of others.

Position Summary:

In keeping with our organization’s goal of improving the lives of the Residents we serve; the Accounts Payable position provides administrative support for the Business Office Manager as well as support to the front desk reception team. In addition to typing, filing and scheduling, Accounts Payable performs duties such as insurance verification, financial record keeping, reporting, and audits.

• Provides general office support for the entire facility in support of administrative functions of all departments.
• Works independently and within a team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects. Acts as project manager for special projects, which may include planning and coordinating multiple presentations, disseminating information and running reports.
• Participates in MOD rotation.
• Participate in working with the patients and families as it relates to Medicaid applications, renewals, and any issues that may arise.
• Provide available Trust Fund funds to residents upon request, make deposits from residents and family members, balance the account monthly, and issue quarterly statements to residents.
• Communicate in PCC any changes in resident status as it affects billing. Receive pre-authorizations for treatment as required by Medicaid or other third-party payers.
• Completes representative payee forms on behalf of Residents who are unable to do so on their own.
• Assist to develop collection strategies to reduce delinquent accounts.
• Establishes, develops, maintains and updates filing system for the Business Office.
• Assure that established infection control and standard precaution practices are maintained at all times. Follow established safety precautions when preforming tasks and using equipment and supplies.
• Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of Residents and interacts with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect and promotes a caring environment.
• Provides quality customer service efficiently to residents, family, co-workers and vendors in a manner that ensures satisfaction.
• Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with Residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.
• Answers and responds to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Guest care areas.
• Reports all Resident concerns to the appropriate department head.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines at all times and protects confidential information by only providing information on a “need-to-know” basis.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed. Attends in-service and education programs and attends continuing education required for maintenance of professional certification or licensure (if applicable).
• Understands Infection Control and follows the Company’s Infection Control guidelines, such as hand washing principles, understanding of isolation and standard precautions, maintaining personal hygiene, and complying with OSHA standards in the workplace.
• Promotes and Protects Resident Rights by assisting Residents to make informed decisions, treating Residents with dignity and respect, protecting Residents’ personal belongings, reporting suspected abuse or neglect, avoiding the need for physical restraints in accordance with current professional standards; and supporting independent expression, choice and decision-making consistent with applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of experience in an Administrative or Accounting role.

Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with and work effectively with the residents and families.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Skill and ability to pursue collection matters with patients, families or agencies.