Grade 5 Billing Technician

Salary Scale: $47,335 - $55,345 annually

This vacancy is open until filled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

An employee in this classification is required to perform some or all of the following duties, however these do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform: provide support services to Administration and Operations; extensive knowledge of CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10, extensive experience with billing, knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing, knowledge of medical documentation requirements for mental health, experience working with medical records, excellent organizational skills, compliance with pertinent rules and regulations as they pertain to area of responsibility; other related tasks as assigned; comply with Alcohol & Drug Testing Policy (06-001-0010) and Background Check Policy (06-001-0015), as well as supervisors/designee directives; maintain confidentiality.

St. Clair County Community Mental Health embraces an employment environment that promotes recovery and discovery with an integrated person-centered approach to treatment services that is trauma informed and culturally competent. An employee in this or any position is expected to support this environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory responsibilities with this position. This position receives supervision from the Finance Supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (general educational development certificate)

Licensure

• Valid Michigan Driver’s license
• Certification as a Certified Professional Biller (CPB) is required

Experience/Skills

• Demonstration of ability to use Word, Excel and Access software programs
• At least 3 years experience with reimbursement, billing requirements and insurance contracts
• Experience with electronic health records, specifically billing claims, general coding and medical documentation

Other  

• Must have access to transportation
• Must be willing to attend out of county activities/meetings

Behavioral Skills

Applicants chosen for interview will be evaluated on qualifications related to:

• Ability to exercise discretion and some flexibility in selecting an optimal solution from established alternatives to obtain the desired outcome
• Ability to exercise ingenuity to adapt, alter or improvise established alternatives
• Ability to use or exert influence in a work process
• Ability to provide, exchange, or explain information which conveys an opinion or evaluation of the facts or analyses
• Ability to deal with minor conflicts tactfully

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills

Education

• Associate’s degree or relevant schooling
• Medical Billing program participation

Licensure

• Certified Physician Practice Manager
• Certified Professional Coder

Experience/Skills

• Proficient in Agency operating systems and application software
• Experience in the Public Mental Health Field or Related Field
• Knowledge of Community Mental Health Treatment Programs and Relevant Policies
• Lived experience with behavioral health issues

Other  

• None

Behavioral Skills

• None

PERSONAL DEMANDS

Personal demands refer to the physical demands, such as awkward positions, heavy lifting, etc., and the mental demands, such as concentration, attention, perception, etc. While performing the duties of this job, the employee would expect the majority of time requires considerable effort, either mental or physical: e.g., constant standing or walking with regular lifting or periods of concentration; continuous concentration on detailed reports, calculations, etc. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment refers to the elements of work surroundings which tend to be disagreeable or to make the work more difficult. These include, but are not limited to: dust, oil, fumes, water, heat, cold, vibrations, noise, dirt, etc. While performing the duties of this job, the employee would expect that disagreeable elements are negligible. Good light and ventilation; reasonable quiet.

DISCLAIMERS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a criminal background check, reference checks, Recipient Rights check, DHHS Central Registry check (for direct-care candidates), and a five (5) panel drug screen. Potential candidates will be sent to Industrial Health Service for the drug screen at their own expense. The candidate will be reimbursed the cost of the drug screen upon the Agency's receipt of negative test results. This position is represented by AFSCME Local 3385. Internal candidates are given first consideration. Standardized testing may be utilized during interview process. Postings close at 11:59pm on the Applications Close Date.