Business Office Assistant/ABOM (Healthcare) - Luxor Healthcare

JOB SUMMARY: Assist the Business Office Manager to ensure an effective, smooth running operation using the philosophy, objectives and policies of this facility.

 Minimum Qualifications:                                                                                                                                        

·        Business college preferred

·        Related administrative experience at a level necessary to accomplish the job.·        

·        Must have the ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.

·        Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.

·        Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families and to work cooperatively  with other employees.

·        Must maintain regular attendance.

·        Must meet all local health regulations, and pass post-employment physical exam, if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.

Essential Job Functions                                                                                                                                        

OFFICE MANAGEMENT

·        Responsible for overseeing all functions of the Business Office. In conjunction with the Admission Coordinator, maintains proper statistical information indicating the admission(s) and discharge(s) of residents on a daily basis. Receives and files approvals of admission.

·        Performs duties and/or manages staff responsible for payroll, personnel records, group health insurance records, workman’s compensation records, accounts payable, and secretary/receptionist duties.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

·        Performs accounts receivables functions and maintains related records.

·        Acts as a cashier and performs required duties.

·        Issues receipts to all persons paying cash and on request when paying by check.

·        Records all charges and collections for accounts receivable aging.

·        Analyzes the accounts receivable aging monthly and reports delinquent accounts to the Administrator.

·        Acquired information required for billing of the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Maintains a statistical record as to the utilization of licensed beds, as required in the preparation of the Medicare Cost Report.

·        On accounts covered by hospitalization insurance, Medicare and Medicaid; analyze billings and submits notices of admission to insurance carriers or government agencies as determined by coverage.

·        Prepares and forwards statements to residents whose cases have been rejected or on whose accounts there is a balance after coverage terminates.

·        Maintains residents’ trust fund under the Administrator’s guidance.

·        Maintains a ledger on which will be recorded all funds left with the facility on behalf of the residents.