What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vendor Coordinator position at baptistfirst?
Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org. Highlights: Summary: The Vendor Coordinator shall be responsible to ensure efficient transmission and reconciliation of account information to all external vendors/agencies involved with the collection of patient account receivables. This individual will act as a liaison between external vendors/agencies and the Central Business Office. The Coordinator will use multiple computer systems and electronic payor systems on a daily basis. Additionally, the Coordinator will be instrumental to facilitate process and procedure improvements, work in conjunction with the Collection Lead to facilitate training and collection of insurance and patient account receivables. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role. Education / Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required. College degree or Technical Certification preferred. Previous background of working with healthcare insurance companies to resolve payment complications required for at least 2 years. Previous background of working in a healthcare related field, with knowledge of third party payers for at least 2 years required. License / Certification: None Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Ability to read and write proficiently. • Good math skills. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. • Knowledge of Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Knowledge of eligibility requirements for Charity/Indigent Care Plan and other third party carriers such as Medicare. • PC experience required with working knowledge of Excel and Word applications. Demonstrated positive attitude and acceptance of Baptist Health values. Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Position requires sitting for 80% of the workday and mobility 20% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 40 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation. Primary Location: Corporate Job: Vendor Coordinator Vendor Coordinator Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.