Accounting Clerk (AR)

Life Care Centers of America; Florida; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an Accounting Clerk (Accounts Receivable) to manage billing, payments, and data in a post-acute care setting. The role emphasizes accuracy in Medicare/Private insurance billing and timely cash receipts.

Requirements include a high school diploma, proficiency in Word/Excel/Email, and the ability to follow policies and maintain confidentiality. Prior healthcare billing is preferred; teamwork is essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Prior billing in a health-care setting preferred.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and e-mail.
• Knowledge of administration practices for post-acute care facilities.
• Ability to follow company policies and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit billing for Medicare A & B, private insurance promptly.
• Record cash receipts accurately and timely.
• Prepare bank deposits and maintain accounts receivable records.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and families.
• Support other business office functions; maintain confidentiality and compliance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate data management.

Skills

Independent decision making

Customer service

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email/Outlook

Job description

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

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Prior billing in a health-care setting 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 theadministration 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
• 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