Patient Account Representative | Full-time

SIERRA VISTA HOSPITAL; Sacramento (CA); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and

Resumo da vaga

Sierra Vista Hospital in Sacramento seeks a Full-time Patient Account Representative to join our Business Office Team. You will manage electronic and manual billings, follow up with third-party payers and patients for outstanding balances, and prepare daily cash receipts.

Two years of hospital billing/collections experience is recommended, with strong written and verbal communication and basic math skills essential to maintain insurance logs and ensure accurate statements.

Qualificações

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years prior collections experience in hospital setting recommended; psychiatric experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal skills; ability to deal effectively with all levels of hospital management and the public.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and submit insurance billings to primary and secondary payers.
• Transmit all billings to third-party payers, either manually or electronically as requested.
• Provide assistance in contacting third-party payers at a 30-day interval after billing to ensure bills are received and being processed.
• Prepare daily cash receipts and maintain insurance logs.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Math skills

Problem solving

Formação

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrição da vaga

Responsibilities

Sierra Vista Hospital is part of the UHS Family of Providers which has been highly regarded as an integral part of the greater Sacramento and Northern California mental health system since 1986. We have offered our clinical expertise to those suffering from behavioral health disorders or dual diagnosis. Our private 171-bed facility is home to a clinical team of licensed professionals committed to providing the highest quality care. We also provide inpatient alcohol detox and outpatient chemical dependency services. While most of our patients are from the Sacramento metro area, we also provide behavioral health, chemical dependency and dual diagnosis services to individuals and their families throughout northern and central California. https://sierravistahospital.com/

Sierra Vista Hospital is currently looking for a Full-time Patient Account Representative to join our Business Office Team! The Patient Account Representative is responsible for submittal of electronic and manual billings, account statements, and for follow-up with third-party payers and patients for outstanding balances. This position is also responsible for the preparation of daily cash receipts and maintenance of insurance logs.

• Prepare and submit insurance billings to primary and secondary payers.
• Transmit all billings to third-party payers, either manually or electronically as requested.
• Provide assistance in contacting third-party payers at a 30‑day interval after billing to assure that bills have been received and are being processed.

Education

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Two years prior collections experience in hospital setting recommended, psychiatric experience preferred. Must have strong written and verbal skills; ability to deal effectively with all levels of hospital management and the public. Must be able to demonstrate average to high math skills. Prior experience with on‑line Admission/Billing system desirable. Knowledge of third‑party payment procedures, managed care and government programs strongly recommended. Good communication skills and ability to problem solve a must. Knowledge of credit, collection, and confidentiality laws highly desirable.

Sierra Vista Offers

• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Education Assistance
• Challenging and rewarding work environment

Why is Sierra Vista Hospital a great place to work?

• Dynamic people
• Team‑oriented environment
• Opportunity for advancement
• Great training program for new grads!
• Rewarding career opportunities

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected healthcare management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion.