Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
- Records cash receipts in the proper company or resident account
- Maintains necessary billing and financial information on resident business files
- Maintains resident trust accounts and balances monthly
- Accumulates records from the department managers and accomplishes the month-end closing, reporting all necessary information for the Corporate Office
- Performs and coordinates all collection efforts with the nursing home Administrator
- Maintains accurate records of payor sources, addresses, telephone numbers, etc.; explains bills to residents as necessary and maintains appropriate backup records
- Maintains system for recording accounts receivables
- Knowledge of reimbursement system, allowable services, and documentation required so billings are accurate
- Reconciles room and board to a monthly census
- Maintains confidentiality of all information
- Maintains effective communication with residents, families, facility staff, and business office staff members
- Must be able to meet strict deadlines for billing and reporting
Qualifications:
- High school graduate or G.E.D
- Bookkeeping experience
- Knowledge of adding machines and computer software required
- Good interpersonal skills needed to effectively work with residents, families, and outside agencies