Position: AR Specialist - Clinic

Location: East Chicago, IN 46312 

Job Summary:

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist is responsible for a variety of duties, as assigned by leadership, that may include routine billing, payment posting, and problem-solving for various payers. In addition, the AR Specialist may be responsible for special projects and may provide administrative and clerical services to the patient accounting management level team.           

Education/Experience Requirements:

•             High School graduate or GED equivalent

•             Knowledge normally acquired in completion of two years of business college-level coursework

•             Minimum of two years of progressively more responsible experience in a medical staff or administrative staff office in a healthcare setting preferred

•             1 year prior medical office registration, billing experience, or physician practice setting preferred

•             Possess general understanding of medical terminology and CPT/ICD-10 coding

•             Display proficient use of Microsoft Office applications, able to perform internet navigation and use a variety of information systems to conduct tasks

•             Able to operate general office equipment, including but not limited to: adding, facsimile, photocopy, printing, and scanning devices

•             The analytical ability to gather and accurately interpret a variety of data and to prepare more complex analysis and reports

•             Demonstrate empathetic and effective communication and problem-solving skills

•             Requires verbal communication skills necessary to deal effectively with medical staff, visitors, and all levels of hospital personnel, in sometimes difficult and sensitive situations; must be able to work effectively and efficient with minimal supervision