Payment Specialist

The US Oncology Network•Vancouver, WA

1d•$20 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

It may sound cliché, but it is true. A career taking care of cancer patients is a calling for most all of us. It’s much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Compass Oncology, but those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role each Compass team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for each and every one of our patients. Compass Oncology, the largest private practice cancer care center in the Pacific Northwest, is looking to add a Payment Specialist to our team. This person will be tasked with processing and posting incoming payments, reconciling receipts, and adjusting accounts. This works supports the overall mission to offer our patients the level of care that they deserve. Compass Oncology hires people who are proud of what they do, work hard, have fun, want to learn, and go home at the end of the day knowing they made a difference in the lives of our patients. Employment Type: Full-Time 40 Hours, M-F (8am-5pm) Location: Business Office (Vancouver, WA) Salary Range: $19.50- $31.90 per hour Final offer amounts are determined by a review of the candidate’s applicable experience and qualifications, as well as internal employee equity considerations. Scope: Under general supervision, is responsible for processing and posting incoming payments, reconciling receipts, and adjusting patient accounts. Prepares money for deposit and audits accounts receivable reports to ensure accurate balance. Follows standard procedures and pre-established guidelines to complete tasks. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards, and US Oncology's Shared Values.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Minimum (3) years as a Payment Specialist or equivalent experience required.
Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) required.
Knowledge of ICD9 coding and medical office operating policies and procedures required.
Knowledge of insurance agency reimbursement procedures and practices required.

Responsibilities

Processes and posts patient and payer payments accurately and timely in accordance to company policies and the Practice’s standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Daily, reconciles cash receipts and petty cash funds to accounts receivable balance, explanation of benefits (EOB), and electronic remittance advices (ERA) and deposits cash to the bank.
Identifies payment variances and documents patient account as appropriate.
Updates patient and payer account balances.
Generates and mails patient account statements.
Researches and responds to routine account inquiries and takes appropriate action according to SOPs; escalates non-routine issues.
Maintains the strictest confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA and state/federal regulations.
Other duties as requested or assigned.