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Accounting Technician I II (DHPI34) 

About the Organization Thank you for your interest in exploring the professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling benefits with Tuba City Regional Health Care Corp. We look forward to continuing our discussion about the opportunity and purpose health professionals experience as valued members of TCRHCC team.

A TCRHCC career offers a chance to live and work within or near Native communities, providing clinicians/nurses/administrators with a unique opportunity to learn the heritage of the tribes we serve, discover traditions that have been carried down for generations and gain cultural insight into the beliefs and values of a deserving and appreciative patient population.
 
Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this position is to perform a major segment of the accounts receivable support function through the follow-up process of all outstanding patient accounts within the Patient Financial Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Maintains accounts by reviewing documents to verify accounting data; enters data into the system.
  2. Reconcile accounts by comparing account balances with related data to assure agreement; reviews records and source documents to identify the sources of discrepancies; and determines the entries required to bring the account to balance.
  3. Prepare reports reflecting the examination made, discrepancies noted, and the corrective entries required to adjust accounts.
  4. Performs work consisting of examination for accuracy of claims and other request for payment for (1) services provided by TCRHCC; (2) reimbursement of expenditures made by beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries for such purposes as medical care and treatment.
  5. Maintains the automated accounts receivable ledger associated with third party payer claims; responsible for associated records and documentation; reviews and reconciles all third party payer documents for correct data on all third party vouchers for accurate claims number.
  6. Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliation and recapitulation of third party billing assure that collections, billed data, and the computerized and manual reports are in balance.
  7. Reviews and examines various bill types, of patient care third party payers and performs third party collection posting to the automated account receivable program.
  8. Receives and reviews all Explanation of Benefit and remittance from third party payers; identifies and records proper claims numbers on each remittance and post to the appropriate account.
  9. Responsible for the posting of all contractuals/adjustments related to and in conjunction with posting of payments in accordance with hospital policy and procedures.
  10. Monitor account balances, review posting and ensure accuracy and recommend appropriated corrective action.
  11. Audit all documents received for completeness and accuracy; analyze and select guide to determine whether payments are full or partial in accordance with hospital policy and procedures; whether they are timely; and whether remittance are advances, installments, or supplements.
  12. Maintains current documentation and guidelines pertaining to reimbursement activities in appropriate files, binders, etc., and ensures preparation and distribution of copies to all appropriate disciplines.
  13. Safeguards the contents of the alternate resources program health insurance claims as privileged communication with disclosure of information within the limits of TCRHCC policy.
  14. Verify the accuracy of payment history for the period involved, determines the extent of underpayment or overpayment.
  15. Reviews and examines any correspondence for overpayment refunds to patients and third-party payers; verify accuracy, prepares refund packets for approval.
  16. Responsible for assisting in the timely resolution of unidentified cash received according to hospital policy and procedures.
  17. Ensure proper PPE is always worn while on duty including but not limited to, face mask, gloves, gown, isolation gown, NIOSH-approved N95 filtering facepiece respirator or higher, if available), and eye or face shield.
  18. Complete all donning and doffing tasks in a safe acceptable method and discard of used PPE accordingly. (see CDC website for most current updates)
  19. Complete task training for all routine cleaning and decontamination processes for all surfaces contaminated by a communicable disease to ensure a high level of patient, visitor, employee, and external customer satisfaction.
  20. Performs other duties as assigned.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

 

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Physical:

The work is primarily sedentary with the following physical requirements: ability to lift, push and pull up to 100 pounds occasionally, ability of prolonged sitting, frequent standing and walking, and occasional ability to drive, bend, climb, kneel, crouch, twist, maintain balance, and reach. to pick up objects from the floor without restrictions, and have full use of both hands and arms for occasional simple and firm grasping, fine manipulation, and prolonged use of keyboard.. Sensory requirements for position include occasional need for far, near, and color vision, depth perception, seeing fine details, hearing normal speech, hearing overhead pages and frequent telephone use.

Mental:

The incumbent applies specific rules, regulations, or procedure to perform a full range of related accounting and technical tasks, duties and assignments that are identified in Patient Financial Services third party collection process. Completes transactions by reviewing documents for missing information, searching records, and files; verifying and maintaining records of transactions; and answering routine procedural questions. Mental and Emotional abilities that are required include ability to occasionally cope with high levels of stress, make decisions under high pressure, cope with anger/fear/hostility of others in a calm way, manage altercation, concentrate, handle a high degree of flexibility, handle multiple priorities in stressful situation, work alone, demonstrate high degree of patience, adapt to shift work, and work in areas that are close and crowded.

Environmental:

May occasionally be exposed to infectious diseases, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, extremes in temperature or humidity, hazardous or moving equipment, unprotected heights, and loud noises.

 

 
Position Requirements

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • High School diploma or GED (Assistant I & II)
  • Associates Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field (Assistant II)

Experience:

Technician I: One year in a healthcare patient accounting setting as an Accounting Clerk/Technician, Finance Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk/Technician, etc.

Technician II: In addition to Assistant I requirement, three years of experience in generating reports, preparing and monitoring accounting data and demonstrated experience in compiling and assisting in reconciliation of third party billing

Other Skills and Abilities:

A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers. All employment references must address and indicate success in each one of the following areas:

  • Positive working relationships with others
  • Possession of high ethical standards and no history of complaints
  • Reliable and dependable; reports to work as scheduled without excessive absences.
  • Successful completion of and positive results from all background and reference checks, including positive employment references from authorized representatives of past and current employers demonstrating to the satisfaction of TCRHCC a record of satisfactory performance and that the applicant can perform the essential functions of the job
  • Successful completion of fingerprint clearance requirements, physical examinations, and other screenings indicating that the applicant is qualified to be employed by TCRHCC and demonstrating to the satisfaction of TCRHCC that the applicant can perform the essential functions of the job
  • Submission of all required employment-related documents, applications, resumes, references, and other required information free of false, misleading, or incomplete information, as determined by TCRHCC.
 
Close Date 2/11/2023  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Location Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation  
Navajo/Indian Preference Applicants who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribes and who meet the necessary qualifications for this position will be given preference in hiring and employment for this position.  
Open Date 1/13/2023  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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