Accounts Receivable Assistant

We are hiring an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our dynamic care team at Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Lowell!

Northwood is a 123-bed skilled nursing facility. Weekly pay ranges from $23 to $25 an hour, depending on experience.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As an AR Assistant, you assist in the day-to-day accounting function of the facility.

Experience & Education:

• Must have, as a minimum, six (6) months experience in bookkeeping or accounting practice.
• Experience in health care accounting preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or its equivalent required
  
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Discuss billing situations with residents and/or responsible parties including Director of Finance.
• Maintain accurate and timely records and reports, including all accounts, journals, deposits, ledgers, etc.
• Maintain accurate census data.
• Secure all cash and valuables on hand, per policy.
• Maintains the cable/phone billing upon admission and monthly thereafter on an ongoing basis
• Maintains and follows up on all coinsurance receivables.
• Maintains and follows up on all applied income collections.
• Completes Medicaid redeterminations when applicable.
• Back-up for the Payroll position.
  
  
  

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be able to type 45 words per minute and use a 10-key calculator.
• Must possess the ability to carry out assigned job functions that are necessary for assisting the Director of Financial Services in collecting, billing and maintaining Accounts Receivable.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents, staff, based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
• Is knowledgeable in various payment sources as needed and assists resident and families.
• Is diligent in collections.
  
  
  

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program
  
  
  

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).