Accounts Receivable (AR) Clerk

at  MEDICENTRES CANADA INC

Position Title: Accounts Receivable Clerk
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Location: Clinic Support Office (CSO)
Reports To: Controller

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of two years of experience in an accounting or similar role is required
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in related field is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Healthcare billing experience is an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate to advanced knowledge in Excel
• Superior customer service skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as be a team player
• Excellent time management and analytical skills with attention to detail

JOB PURPOSE:

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for reconciling all payment types and process applications. Creates invoices for third party and direct patient billing plans. Prepares entries for maintaining the general ledger, internal controls and communicating with external parties.
This is a hybrid role splitting time between our office and home.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tracks all billing claims to ensure they have been submitted to the appropriate payer
• Follow up on all denied or rejected claims and make corrections where appropriate
• Creates invoices for all third-party payers
• Records and reconciles all payments against the EMR system and physician payroll systems and investigate discrepancies
• Perform all month end tasks before period end for AR close
• Prepare refund requests as required
• Assist clinic personnel to provide answers to any billing related questions
• Other duties as assigned