Accounting Clerk (AR)

Life Care Centers of America; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Accounting Clerk (Accounts Receivable) to handle billing, payments, and data management in a post-acute care setting. The role requires precise data entry, adherence to healthcare regulations, and strong MS Word/Excel skills.

The position emphasizes accurate Medicare/Private billing, timely cash handling, and professional conduct within Life Care's standards. Prior healthcare billing experience is preferred, supporting a reliable finance team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; prior bookkeeping or billing experience preferred.
• Experience with billing in health care settings and data entry is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and email is essential.
• Ability to handle independent decisions and maintain confidentiality in a medical office environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit billing for Medicare A & B, private insurance, and other payers.
• Record cash receipts accurately and deposit funds timely.
• Maintain data entry accuracy and data integrity for patient accounts.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional relationships with staff, patients, and vendors.
• Adhere to Life Care's policies and compliance guidelines, including safety and sanitation.

Skills

Independent decision making

Administrative procedures knowledge

Interdisciplinary team communication

Professionalism/Integrity

Confidentiality

Customer service

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Position Summary

The Accounting Clerk (Accounts Receivable) is responsible for all billing, collection of payments, and data management in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care's standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Prior bookkeeping experience preferred
• Prior billing in a health-care setting preferred
• Data entry experience preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail
• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing administration functions in the post-acute care facility
• Ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the administration department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: cash receipts and billing, business office support, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Prepare and submit all billing (i.e., Medicare A & B, private insurance) accurately and in a timely manner
• Record cash receipts accurately and timely
• Accurately prepare bank deposits
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Lift 20 lbs floor to waist, lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 20 lbs, and push/pull 20 lbs

An Equal Opportunity Employer