What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Accounts Specialist position at Talley Eye Institute?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Talley Eye Institute is seeking an enthusiastic Patient Accounts Specialist to join our Ophthalmic practice in the Billing department.
Day-to-day activities include, but are not limited to, all the essential functions listed below:
Day-to-day activities include, but are not limited to, all the essential functions listed below:
- Manage the on-account report for corresponding billing cycle
- Review and send patient statements
- Transfer and apply patient payments within Billing software programs
- Complete patient refund requests
- Apply self-pay adjustments
- Post patient payments mailed in
- Generate receipts for HSA/FSA patients
The right candidate for this position will:
- Maintain a positive attitude at all times when interacting with coworkers, surgeons, optometrists, patients, and families
- Possesses computer proficiency
- Flexibility and dependability to meet demands and changes in the workplace
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Strong communication skills, exhibit good interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple projects effectively, Patient service oriented
Essential duties and responsibilities include:
- Must demonstrate data entry skills, knowledge of standard office equipment
- Bookkeeping skills and the ability to obtain medical billing software competency
- Knowledge of private insurance rules and regulations
- Check patient accounts and make determination on claim
- Answers Billing phone line/takes calls from patients and insurance carriers to discuss activity on accounts
- Contact patients and/or insurance carriers to settle accounts
- Additional duties assigned by Billing Supervisor
Education and experience:
- High school diploma
- Two years experience in a medical office
Salary is commensurate with experience
Salary : $20 - $23
