Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing,a premier skilled nursing facility located in Queens County is seeking aBusiness Office Assistant  to join their business office. This position is responsible for assisting residents applying for Medicaid coverage and assisting the back office in collecting private and NAMI balances. In addition, the Business Office Assistant  will perform general office activities for the facility as assigned by the Office Manager and the Facilities Administrator.

Responsibilities:

• Verify patients’ eligibility for Medicaid.
• Process Medicaid applications, meet with families and collect required paperwork.
• Review Medicaid Pending cases with Department of Social Services and/or Medicaid caseworker. Advise facility administrator and corporate Office on problem cases.
• Follow-up on requests by the Dept. of Social Services for recertification and approval.
• Contact Medicaid with recertification problems and budget determinations.
• Prepare and submit new Medicaid applications.
• Maintain necessary billing and financial information on resident files.
• Maintain resident trust accounts and reconcile balances monthly.
• Perform and coordinate all collection efforts with the nursing home Administrator.
• Maintain accurate records of payor sources, addresses, telephone numbers, etc.; explain bills to residents as necessary and maintain appropriate back-up records.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families, facility staff and business office staff members.
• General office duties as assigned.

ABOUT US:

Who we are: We are an innovative skilled nursing facility within the Hudson Valley, specializes in caring for the elderly. Our successful reputation has been built by the efforts of our dedicated employees and is supported by Sapphire's future strategies, which reflect our appreciation for those who work in our organizations. Please join us and begin a successful and rewarding career.

Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are conditioned on completing and passing