Accounting Clerk (AR)

About the Role

The Accounting Clerk (Accounts Receivable) handles all billing, payment collection, and data management in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Prior bookkeeping experience preferred
• Prior billing in a health-care setting preferred
• Data entry experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Knowledge of administration practices, procedures, and relevant laws/regulations in post-acute care
• Ability to implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Proficiency in cash receipts, billing, business office support, patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with associates, vendors, etc.
• Commitment to confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive information
• Adherence to company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures
• Integrity and professionalism in line with Life Care’s Code of Conduct
• Completion of mandatory Code of Conduct and compliance training

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit all billing (e.g., Medicare A & B, private insurance) accurately and on time
• Record cash receipts accurately and timely
• Prepare bank deposits accurately
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients
• Assist in patient evacuations as needed
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Use reasoning skills, good judgment, and effective communication on an interdisciplinary team
• Perform physical tasks intermittently during working hours, including sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, and reaching
• Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
• Lift 20 lbs from floor to waist, waist to shoulder, carry 20 lbs, and push/pull 20 lbs