Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Manages the billing and collection of account receivables from third party payors to maintain a continual cash flow.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field or equivalency plus five years previous physicians' billing experience required. Previous experience in working with Medicare, Medicaid, Agencies and Insurance Companies and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Selects, supervises, trains, organizes the work flow, and evaluates employee performance.
2. Verifies the accuracy of charges with physicians to facilitate the billing process.
3. Negotiates with third party carriers for favorable reimbursement.
4. Ensures correct information is billed and payments are accurately posted.
5. Maintains days receivables at acceptable level.
6. Prepares bi-weekly payroll for employees.

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. 

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.