Business Office Assistant

Under the direction of the Business Office Manager, performs business office functions in

accordance with Facility policies and procedures. Demonstrates ability to identify /

respond appropriately to potential behavioral outbursts. Works overtime evenings and/or

weekends to meet departmental deadlines.

DUTIES

1. Reviews new resident information set up compared to Admission Fact Sheet and

copies of various payer cards (Medicare, Medicaid, Insurance, etc.).

2. Reconciles daily census records with Nurses Midnight Census Head count.

3. Reviews accuracy and completeness of Insurance Verification form and resolves

any outstanding or unanswered questions.

4. Processes state required admission / discharge paperwork per state requirements

and Facility policy.

5. Disburses Incoming Business Office Mail and processes appropriately.

6. Maintains Resident Trust Accounts.

7. Enters Ancillary Services such as barber and beauty into Accounts Receivable

software system (PCC).

8. Processes Resident Trust Fund activity.

9. Maintains Business Office non-medical file keeping filing current and up-to-date.

10. Processing Accounts Payable.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: One year related field experience to position preferred.

A.D.A ((Americans with Disabilities Act)(as amended)) REQUIREMENTS: Must be

able to bend, stoop, push, pull, and walk and stand for most of the working day. Requires

manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as fax, telephone,

etc. Requires normal range of hearing and vision. Must be free from communicable

diseases that pose a "direct threat" to the health or safety of others and which cannot be

eliminated by a reasonable accommodation. Must be able to lift a minimum of 30

pounds, and be able to carry and transport supplies. Must be able to pass a post-offer, preemployment

physical health examination as a condition of employment. Must be capable

of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable

accommodation(s).

Skill(s): Must possess proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills;

proficient interpersonal relations and communication skills; decision-making skills, basic

computer skills; and be able to operate various medical and/or office equipment. Must

demonstrate knowledge of safety techniques. Must be able to communicate in English,

both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the

tasks required.