Administrative Assistant

Cottonwood Senior Living; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) for Eligible Locations

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Tutera University

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Cottonwood Senior Living in Columbus, NE is recruiting an Administrative Assistant for the business office. The role supports overall office operations, coordinates with the Central Billing Office for insurance payments, and maintains resident funds and census logs.

The position requires a passion for seniors and professional communication. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma (associate degree in business or accounting preferred) and prior LTC business office experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associates degree preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with residents, families, staff and providers.
• Professional appearance and respectful, compassionate demeanor with seniors.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal guidelines related to long-term care business offices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall management of business office activities following applicable regulations.
• Coordinate with the Central Billing Office on insurance payments (private, Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care).
• Manage refunds for accounts receivable and maintain logs for resident funds and census records.
• Prepare and maintain reports related to case accounts and other financial logs as directed.

Skills

Passion for seniors

Flexible, energetic personality

Effective communication

Professional image

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in business or accounting

Job description

Job Description

Administrative Assistant

Cottonwood Senior LivingColumbus, NE

Are you an Administrative Assistantseeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking rockstars to join our team! If you are dedicated and compassionate, WE WANT YOU!

What Will You Do in This Role?

As an assistant, you are responsible for the overall management of business office activities in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standard guidelines and regulations, and as directed by the administrator. You will also be responsible for coordinating with the Central Billing Office on managing insurance payments, including private, Medicare, Medicaid, and other managed care; managing refunds for accounts receivable, and maintaining appropriate logs and reports, not limited to, resident funds, census records, and case accounts.

Do You Have What It Takes?

• A fire and passion for working with seniors
• A flexible, fun, and energetic personality
• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
• Associates degree in business or accounting fields preferred
• Prior experience in business office operations in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required
• Must possess effective communication skills to maintain positive relationship with residents, families, staff, physicians, consultants, providers, and governmental agencies, their representatives, and the community
• Current knowledge of local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations
• Professional image in both appearance and behavior
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Why is Tutera THE Employer of Choice?

• Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is guided by one single purpose: To live the YOUNITE philosophy in every decision, every day. Based on genuine respect, YOUNITE is how we get to know residents and team members on a personal level. By asking about our employees’ and residents’ unique needs and preferences, we actively listen and then deliver. Do you want to work for a company where you are the driving force behind every decision made?
• Tutera offers stability; our family-owned company was founded in 1985!
• Tutera offers a competitive starting wage and amazing benefits! We take care of you so you can be a rockstar at work and at home!
• Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is dedicated to growing and developing our Tutera rockstars. Through Tutera University, every employee has the opportunity to learn new skills and become the best they can be!

Equal Opportunity Employer. The wage and benefit information provided in this listing is subject to change. Benefits eligibility criteria must be met to enroll in available benefits.

Benefits

How Can You Benefit?

• Advanced Pay
• Financial Literacy Classes
• Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
• Child Care Discount
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) for Eligible Locations
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Exclusive Tutera Perks
• Tutera University
• Advancement Opportunities