Cash Application Representative

Job Description Duties and Responsibilities:Post payments to respective patient accounts (private/insurance, Illinois Medicare private/insurance, Medicare, Public Aid, Railroad, and Collection Agency).Balance all payments that were posted on a daily basis.File and maintain paperwork pursuant to Cash Application.Research payments based on request of department staff.Post and balance refunds when needed.Perform the clerical duties of other Cash Applications clerks when needed, as well as in other sections of Accounts Receivable when needed.Fulfill any other related duties, as assigned by managerial or supervisory staff.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Computer literate, proficient in Word and Excel applications, and good keyboard and calculator typing skills (minimum 30 WPM, with a focus on accuracy).Must have a good understanding of basic mathematical operations, as well as the ability to perform basic mathematical computations.Needs to be detail oriented.Must have good problem solving abilities.Possess good organizational skills.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent equivalent acceptedA minimum of 1-2 years of experience in revenue cycle collections/cash posting required. ·Previous experience in EMS preferred. ·Knowledge of CPT, ICD-9/10 and HCPCS codes ·Sharp intelligence of government payers and other commercial/managed care carrier rules and processes in a professional billing environment ·Attention to detail with the ability to identify/resolve problems and document the outcome ·Strong written and verbal communication skills ·Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills ·Ability to multi-task and recognize trends to effectively work A/R ·Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel ·Initiative to learn new tasks and the ability to apply acquired knowledge to future duties·Flexibility, adaptability, and accountability are necessary for optimum client resultsCompany DescriptionClient Information must be withheld until meeting with Staffing AgencyCompany DescriptionClient Information must be withheld until meeting with Staffing Agency