Accounting Technician 1 (PCN 062290)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Technician 1 to join their dedicated team. This full-time role involves performing technical examinations of medical accounting and billing for institutional claims using specialized software. Ideal candidates will have a strong grasp of computerized accounting systems and effective communication skills. Join a supportive environment that values integrity, dignity, and excellence, while contributing to the mission of providing compassionate healthcare to Alaskans. This position offers opportunities for training and advancement within a collaborative team, making it a perfect fit for those looking to grow in their accounting career.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of reconciliation techniques and auditing methods.
• Skill in using computerized accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical examination of medical accounting.
• Review and submit medical claims, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Reconciliation of accounts

Computerized accounting system

Data accuracy

Data compilation and summarization

Effective communication

Education

Vocational education in accounting

Post-secondary education

Job description

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definitionto determine if you qualify.

The Department of Family and Community Services,
Alaska Psychiatric Institute is recruiting for a full-time Accounting Technician 1

What You Will Be Doing:

Under the direction of Alaska Psychiatric Institute’s (API) Accountant 3 (PCN 060669), the Accounting Technician 1 performs technical and specialized examination of medical accounting and performs billing for institutional and professional claims using the EHR (Electronic Health Record) specialized custom psychiatric hospital software (MT – Meditech) through the B/AR (Billing/Accounts Receivable) module and billing through a 3rd party vendor clearinghouse (SSI) for electronic and paper submission of patient claims. API is an inpatient psychiatric hospital licensed and accredited as an 80-bed psychiatric hospital in the State of Alaska which has forensic, adult, and adolescent units to support the mentally ill population from a diverse demographic.

The position will review, audit, and submit medical claims, following standards and guidelines set by the supervisor. In addition, this position will review denied medical claims for appeal or write-off and navigate payer portals and resources for clarification and appeal. Also, this position will enter and reconcile payments for medical claims in our hospital information system.

Our Organization, Mission, and Culture:

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute mission is to:Provide compassionate healthcare to support Alaskans in living their best possible lives.

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute vision is: An Alaska where everyone receives the care they need when they need it without judgement.

Our division values are:

• Integrity
• Dignity
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Safety

If you are someone that embraces these values and want to assist in the mission of API, we encourage you to apply today.

The Benefits of Joining Our Team:

The position is part of the Accounts Receivables, a four-person team that supports the accountant 3. Not only is this position co-located with its lead and supervisor, there's a wealth of training resources and education opportunities once core competencies are locked in.

There are few positions in the Accounting Tech class at API, but the State of Alaska strongly supports training up and advancement. Whether you choose to stay and reach for one of the positions at API, or decide to advance elsewhere in the State, your decision will be supported.

The position is mostly clerical, so flexible work schedules are an option.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute is located at 3700 Piper Street, near Providence Hospital and UAA. This position is co-located with its supervisor, the accountant 3, on the administrative (non-patient care) side of API.

Who We Are Looking For:

In addition to the Minimum Qualifications below, we are looking for a candidate with the following competencies:

•Some knowledge of techniques and methods used in reconciliation of accounts and auditing.

•Skill in the use of a computerized accounting system.

•Ability to identify discrepancies or inaccuracies in data and make corrections.

•Ability to search for, select, and compile/summarize data and information.

•Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.

If this sounds like your skill set, or one you would like to develop, please apply through Workplace Alaska.

One year of clerical work experience maintaining records that included using computer systems and performing basic arithmetic calculations.

Substitutions:
Successful completion of a formal vocational education program in accounting or bookkeeping will substitute for the required experience.

Post secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the required experience (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month).

At time of interview applicant must submit:

• The names and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references, two (2) of which are from a current or former supervisor.
• Copies of three (3) employment performance evaluations, if available.
• A copy of academic transcripts, to verify post-secondary education used to meet the minimum qualifications. Transcripts are required with each application. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name is listed on the transcripts).

At the time of appointment, selected candidate must submit:

• A valid Alaska driver’s license.

Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.

NOTE:Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety.Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

EDUCATION
To verify education being used to meet the required minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials being used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application, provided at the time of interview or if not provided, transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.

WORK EXPERIENCE
When using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying.

If you are currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level. Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position. This is required as there are minimum qualifications that require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered. If this information is not accurately reflected in your application this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed.

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT
The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.

The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.

RECRUITMENT SCOPE
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check ourresidency definitionto determine if you qualify.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here:http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/help/

NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095.If you choose to be contacted by email,please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains.For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.

EEO STATEMENT
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