Billing Assistant

Job Opening ID: 28923Reports To: Patient Billing and Collections Manager 1Working Title: Billing AssistantDepartment: Physicians Billing GroupBargaining Unit: CXFLSA: Non-ExemptPayroll Job Code: 004723Job Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: 8-5, M-FEmployee Class: CareerPosition Summary:Reporting to directly to the assigned Billing Manager, the incumbent is responsible and accountable for the processing the receipt, systematical organization and scanning preparation of a multitude of billing for numerous clinics. Inclusive of these responsibilities is the prompt and accurate reconciliation and follow-up with vendors or clinics to effectively address work flow and timely response and receipt of billing information facilitating monthly time sensitive billing deadlines. Serves as liaison between vendor and clinic clients to communicate and address work flow adversitiesCompensation Range:$21.35 – $25.35Department Website:https://www.som.uci.edu/Required:Proficient use and experience with PC and MS Office applications, e.g.) Word, Excel, Outlook Possess strong organization, filing, record keeping and time management skills while remaining flexible to respond to changing priorities Skill and ability to effectively review, analyze, and independently take appropriate and accurate action with wide array of documents and information presented. Demonstrated high level of reading and comprehension skills to take appropriate action Skill and ability to coordinate multiple assignments simultaneously to meet and complete conflicting deadlines. Ability to maintain work standards and productivity standards set by the department? Effective interpersonal and professional communication skills to interact with staff and the general public in a diplomatic manner Possess strong problem solving skills. Accurate typing and proofreading skills Skill and ability to effectively understand and follow all HIPAA and other related governing laws and regulations pertaining to patient sensitive and protected informationPreferred:Knowledge of GE/IDX Billing Systems, Encoder, Quest, TDS, Invision, Rad Net, Code RyteSpecial Conditions Required:Ability to work over time and week-end hours as necessary and pre-approved to complete deadlines.Final candidate subject to background check. As a federal contractor, UC Irvine is required to use E-Verify to confirm the work status of individuals assigned to perform substantial work under certain federal contracts/subcontracts.The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500.