Billing Clerk - FT, AM - Telecare Corporation - Indio, CA

The Telecare Riverside County Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) will be an acute inpatient, 16-bed adult intensive treatment program. The program will provide services to individuals experiencing severe psychiatric symptoms and can benefit from more structured services, supports and a secure setting . The PHF is designated by Riverside County Department of Mental Health (RCDMH) as a 5150 facility providing involuntary psychiatric care. On average, PHF clients stay for 5-7 days and will be serving ages 18+ . The program will be housed in the same building as the 12-chair Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU).

POSITION SUMMARY

Plans, organizes and coordinates the financial operations of the program to control receipt of revenue, expenditure of funds and conservation of assets. In addition, the incumbent coordinates fiscal reporting to the Corporate Finance Department, performs bookkeeping functions, maintains related reports and records and acts asinformation services system administrator. Performs a variety of clerical tasks within the Business Office, including billing and collection activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of general office experience is required; high school graduation or a G.E.D. equivalent is also required; Necessary skills include the ability to type 50 words per minute, 10 key experience and excellent public relations and communication skills; the ability to read, write and speak English is crucial, as is the willingness to work adults with serious mental illness. Must have valid CPR certification.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS .

Performs billing activities, including:
1. Maintaining the central files of Health Benefit eligibility verification for all current and discharged clients.

2. Routing Health Benefit verification as requested.

3. Assisting the Business Office Manager with private insurance billing; including telephone calls to delinquent payers, mailing bills and computer input.

Handles various tasks for corporate office, forwarding census and client liability information.

Assists with eligibility determination.

Assists Business Office Manager with all aspects of payroll preparation, accounts payable, and invoice research.

Sets up financial charts and verifies benefit status on new clients.

Demonstrates a knowledge of Telecare’s customers including clients/residents, families and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct.

Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the community and fellow employees.

Telecare Corporation is fully committed to a strong equal opportunity program . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability status, creed, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or other basis protected by applicable antidiscrimination laws.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

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