What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Coordinator Assistant position at PDS Consultants Inc.?
PDS Optical is a SDVOSB Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that manufactures a very large number of eyeglasses each day. We have Optical Laboratories in Louisville, KY and Fort Lauderdale, FL and manage many optical stores across the US and Puerto Rico. We take great pride in our product and are especially thankful to produce eyeglasses for United States Veterans. PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity employer who values everyone and is committed to EEO for all. We consider our employees to be our most valuable asset and would love for you to consider joining our team.
PDS Optical is looking for a self-motivated and dependable Insurance Coordinator Assistant to complete our team!
The Insurance Coordinator Assistant is responsible for assisting to ensure proper processing of all insurance claims needed for the local retail stores and the Optometrists to ensure timely and accurate payment. This position reports to the Insurance and Billing Compliance Manager.
PDS Optical offers great benefits including, 80% Company Paid Medical plans, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K options with Company Match, Free Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and much more!
This is a full-time, on-site position, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. The pay for this position will be based off experience and discussed during the interview.
Must have at least 1-year experience in the Optical or Insurance field and have demonstrated good computer skills and working knowledge of standard computer equipment.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Research, follow up and resolve issues anytime there is a denial or partial payment made.
- Knowledge of Medicaid, Retail and Safety Contracts and Accounts.
- Basic knowledge pf procedures, frames, lenses, and fitting of eyewear to ensure accurate filing.
- Prepare all Medicaid usage reports as needed either monthly or quarterly
- Receive and Post Payments received from insurance carriers.
- Post Sales and Cash Receipts for retail stores Send Monthly Statement for balance dues Send out Monthly Recall Cards as needed.
- Assist with Lab Medicaid accounts if needed.
- Must have understanding of basic accounting procedures.
- Must be able to ensure proper insurance filing process, monitor progress and resolve routine problems for all department and or employee
Work Environment
This position operates in a retail store setting. This position requires the ability to work in close proximity to the general public and a diverse group of other co-workers. The store can be very busy at times. There can be an elevated noise level with phones ringing and visitors talking and it may be distracting with various interruptions.
PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Employer with Affirmative Action plans for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities as required under VEVRAA and Section 503, respectively.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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If you need an accommodation seeking employment with PDS Optical of assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please email hrhelpdesk @pdsoptical.com or call 502-813-3318. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.