What are the responsibilities and job description for the accounts receivable position at Portage County?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Accounts Receivable Conducts client financial
assessments to determine maximum monthly payments in accordance with
program requirements based on department and State guidelines. Enters
financial information accurately in the County\'s client billing system.
Prepares special charge forms for client monthly cost share amounts
based on information provided by Health and Human Services (HHS) staff
and submits for approval. Upon approval, updates cost share financial
information for client monthly room and board cost share amount for
services in the client billing system. Enters community health clinic
charges in the County\'s client billing system. Enters and updates
client information for accounts receivable programs by obtaining
relevant personal, demographic, financial, or billing information in the
client master financial record. Accesses multiple insurance online
systems to retrieve insurance remittances for payments made
electronically to Portage County. Posts all electronic and paper check
payments to client accounts. Verifies and reconciles posted payments,
remittances, and financial system receipts on daily basis. Processes all
accounts receivable adjustment forms. Reviews and maintains financial
information annually for client inpatient services to monitor for
changes in the client\'s financial situation. Maintains and keeps
current client accounts, folders, and financial records. Accounts
Receivable Support Services Prepares and enters daily staff logs in the
County\'s client billing system. Maintains the client case management
system with new codes as necessary. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Two years\' experience of general office experience
required. Two years\' experience in medical billing and collection
practices in health care or related setting preferred. Any combination
of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills
And Abilities. Must Meet County Bonding Requirements. Ability To
successfully pass a caregiver, criminal, and financial background check.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County
Human Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Apply Online:
www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to have an
application mailed to you.
assessments to determine maximum monthly payments in accordance with
program requirements based on department and State guidelines. Enters
financial information accurately in the County\'s client billing system.
Prepares special charge forms for client monthly cost share amounts
based on information provided by Health and Human Services (HHS) staff
and submits for approval. Upon approval, updates cost share financial
information for client monthly room and board cost share amount for
services in the client billing system. Enters community health clinic
charges in the County\'s client billing system. Enters and updates
client information for accounts receivable programs by obtaining
relevant personal, demographic, financial, or billing information in the
client master financial record. Accesses multiple insurance online
systems to retrieve insurance remittances for payments made
electronically to Portage County. Posts all electronic and paper check
payments to client accounts. Verifies and reconciles posted payments,
remittances, and financial system receipts on daily basis. Processes all
accounts receivable adjustment forms. Reviews and maintains financial
information annually for client inpatient services to monitor for
changes in the client\'s financial situation. Maintains and keeps
current client accounts, folders, and financial records. Accounts
Receivable Support Services Prepares and enters daily staff logs in the
County\'s client billing system. Maintains the client case management
system with new codes as necessary. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Two years\' experience of general office experience
required. Two years\' experience in medical billing and collection
practices in health care or related setting preferred. Any combination
of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills
And Abilities. Must Meet County Bonding Requirements. Ability To
successfully pass a caregiver, criminal, and financial background check.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County
Human Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Apply Online:
www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to have an
application mailed to you.