Medical Collections - Account Representative - Community Memorial Health System : Job Details

Compensation

Salary Range: $21.00- $25.94/ hour

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Pay for PRN positions is calculated differently than Full-Time, Regular Part-Time, and Part-Time positions. PRN Rates depend on the position and other factors, including years of experience, or shift commitment according to the department policy. PRN differential is added in certain positions.

Responsibilities

Position Overview:

Responsible for collections and account follow-up, correspondence, documentation and account inquiries. Assists the Patient Account Supervisor with Collector daily tasks and schedules, productive, customer-friendly and efficient billing office.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Collections for all payer types Account follow-up for overdue patient accounts Registration of patient accounts Follow up with correspondence Read and interrupt medical records CPT/Diagnosis Codes Promote good Customer Service Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

* One (1) year Medical collections experience

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Preferred:

* Out-patient hospital medical billing experience

Overview

When it comes to quality, we're 5 Star!

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on - and answer to - the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!

Community Memorial Health System Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Health System (CMHS) takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That's why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family's health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMHS has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMHS is here for you and your family every step of the way.

* Competitive Pay

* Shift Differentials

* In-House Registry Rates

* Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan

* Paid Time Off

* Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage

* Voluntary Worksite Benefits

* Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

* Recognition programs

* Employee service recognition events

* Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts

* National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer