Sr. Process Specialist - Emergency Medical Services

Maintains contact with individuals and/or insurance companies regarding outstanding claims

• Responds to insurance company explanation of benefits
• Appeals denials of claims in writing or over telephone; correct and rebills rejected claims
• Releases medical records to patient or responsible party
• Reviews patients medical accounts; maintains accurate records/reports in accordance to department, state and federal laws

Collects fees and makes change

• Reconciles and balances money accounts

Performs general clerical duties

• Typing
• Filing
• Preparing reports

Develops payment arrangements

• With patient or other responsible party

Assists walk-in patients, vendors and other department employees

• Answers incoming telephone calls and routes incoming calls
• Assists other employees with duties
• Reviews work of other employees

Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management

• During a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 5 years job related experience
• Bookkeeping and accounting skills
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees an elected officials
• Bilingual preferred

STARTING SALARY RANGE

$18.31 - $22.89 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE

Upon filling position

Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

About the Role

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Qualifications

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

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