Life Care Centers of America
Assistant Business Office Manager
Life Care Centers of America, Federal Way, Washington, United States, 98003
We are currently seeking an experienced healthcare administrative professional who is skilled in Medicare and insurance billing to join our team.
Garden Terrace is affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S.
We are an All Medicare Skilled Nursing and Rehab Facility, well known in the community for providing outstanding rehabilitation and nursing services for our residents.
We believe that every job in our company plays a vital role in our continued growth and commitment to provide quality patient care.
We believe in providing our associates with opportunities to help them reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams.
Come and grow with us!
Position Summary
The Assistant Business Office Manager assists the Business Office Manager in the overall administrative, billing, accounting, and payroll functions of the business office in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Reports to Business Office Manager (BOM)
Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications
High school graduate or equivalent. Associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
One (1) year in post-acute care or other geriatric-related field preferred
Experience in Medicare and Insurance Billing required
Specific Requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail
Ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the business office
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing administration functions in the post-acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the administration department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: general business office responsibilities, cash receipts and billing, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Promotes a culture of integrity, maintains an “open door” policy, and does not participate in or allow retaliation against those who report good faith concerns
Actively implements the compliance program and Code of Conduct and ensures 100% participation by department staff
Essential Functions
Assist with effective management and oversight of bookkeeping functions including: posting payments and charges to patient ledgers, balance daily receipts, collect delinquent accounts, and evaluate need for and refer delinquent accounts to collection agencies
Maintain facility checkbook and reconcile checkbook regularly
Responsible for patient accounts
Assume the duties of the BOM in his/her absence
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively in an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Lift 20 lbs floor to waist, lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 20 lbs, and push/pull 20 lbs
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Position Summary
The Assistant Business Office Manager assists the Business Office Manager in the overall administrative, billing, accounting, and payroll functions of the business office in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Reports to Business Office Manager (BOM)
Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications
High school graduate or equivalent. Associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
One (1) year in post-acute care or other geriatric-related field preferred
Experience in Medicare and Insurance Billing required
Specific Requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail
Ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the business office
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing administration functions in the post-acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the administration department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: general business office responsibilities, cash receipts and billing, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Promotes a culture of integrity, maintains an “open door” policy, and does not participate in or allow retaliation against those who report good faith concerns
Actively implements the compliance program and Code of Conduct and ensures 100% participation by department staff
Essential Functions
Assist with effective management and oversight of bookkeeping functions including: posting payments and charges to patient ledgers, balance daily receipts, collect delinquent accounts, and evaluate need for and refer delinquent accounts to collection agencies
Maintain facility checkbook and reconcile checkbook regularly
Responsible for patient accounts
Assume the duties of the BOM in his/her absence
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively in an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Lift 20 lbs floor to waist, lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 20 lbs, and push/pull 20 lbs
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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