Data Specialist

WESTCARE CALIFORNIA INC; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare California Inc. is seeking a data entry specialist to support the agency's data management needs. The role focuses on entering data, maintaining participant records, and handling verifications across multiple systems.

You will process billing, learn county EHRs, prepare weekly and monthly reports, and collaborate with a team while upholding confidentiality and ethics.

Qualifications

• One year data entry experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a team.
• Must maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into computer systems including Participant Service Verifications.
• Maintain Participant Profiles and SAP/DMC verifications.
• Process DMC billing for multiple counties and learn county EHR systems.
• Handle logs for SASCA/DMC contracts and perform authorizations.
• Manage admissions and discharges with Providers and PSN verifications of treatment.
• Assist with monthly invoice generation and provider approvals.
• Fax weekly service verifications to providers and distribute received documents.
• Receive faxes and correspondence and route to appropriate party.
• Research and resolve data errors; support computer problems as needed.
• Uphold WestCare Foundation mission and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Data entry

Documentation

Multi-tasking

Judgment

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Person in this position will be responsible for the data management needs of the agency. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:The entry of data into the computer system including:Participant Service Verifications.Participant Profiles.SAP/DMC Contact Verifications.DMC billing for several counitesLearn several counties EHR system.SASCA/DMC/other contracts Contact Logs.SASCA/DMC/other contracts Authorization for Participant Services.Admits and Discharges from Providers.PSN Verifications of Treatment.Monthly invoice generation including getting provider approval.Weekly Service Verifications faxed to providers for approval.Receive faxes and other correspondence and distribute to appropriate party.Researching and fixing of any error in data that may occur.Assist with any computer problems that may arise.Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; andPerform all other duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Experience and Competencies:Excellent communication skills.Basic computer skills.Good documentation skills.Be able to multi-task.Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.Ability to work well in a team environment.Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.Professional appearance and demeanor.Valid Class C driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required, Class B driver’s license is preferred.Must be able to obtain and maintain CDCR Clearance.CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:One (1) year data entry experience.High School diploma or its equivalent is required.LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:Not applicable for this position.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is performed primarily in an office, residential, or outpatient setting.