JOB REQUIREMENTS: Why Sheboygan County? It is our imperative to remain
an inclusive workplace. Sheboygan County is committed to attracting,
supporting, and retaining a culturally diverse workforce that represents
our community. Sheboygan County Health and Human Services also strives
to be a trauma informed organization which fully realizes the prevalence
of trauma, recognizes the effects of trauma, and responds with trauma
informed policies and practices, and we are looking for staff who will
help us champion this journey. Becoming a member of our growing team
also means that YOU become our top priority. You will not only enjoy a
dynamic work environment but a variety of perks including but not
limited to the following: Generous benefits package and access to our
free InHealth Clinic Time off: 15 vacation days, sick time and 10 paid
holidays Other perks: Referral program, Wisconsin Retirement System,
education discount, and much more What to Expect: Responsible for
providing accounting support. Keys daily worksheets to the general
ledger system, ensures files are complete and maintained as needed,
handles billing and accounts payable, purchasing duties, and assists
other department personnel. This position is allowed greater independent
decision-making authority with minimal supervision. Essential Duties
Sheboygan County Health and Human Services strives to be a trauma
informed organization which fully realizes the prevalence of trauma,
recognizes the effects of trauma, and responds with trauma informed
policies and practices, and we are looking for staff who will help us
champion this journey. Provides billing office customer service; records
customer obligations, payments and refunds; contacts individuals with
delinquent accounts; maintains accounts. Performs accounting and
clerical functions to support other personnel; serves as a source of
information and instruction for employees, supervisors, managers, and
the director on financial issues. Researches, tracks, and resolves
accounting problems. Obtains prior authorization from third party
insurance for client services. Maintains client master information for
private insurance, Medical Assistance, and Medicare. Prepares, edits,
verifies, posts claims, submits manual and electronic claims for payment
for clients that have single or multiple third party payment sources.
Processes electronically and manually, EOB\'s and coordinating payments
from Private Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid. Applies payments to
individual client accounts that have single or multiple third party
payment sources. Responsible for the handling of delinquent collection
accounts. Including, but not limited to, sending to collection agency
and determining any write offs. All other duties as assigned. *****
OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of high school graduation
or equivalent, strong customer service and interpersonal skills
required. Two years related experience and post-secondary education
preferred. Knowledge and experience with business software including
proficiency in using (Excel) spreadsheet applications. Knowledge and
experience in working with automated financial information systems
including integrated and non-integrated subsidiary systems. Knowledge
and experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance billing.
Knowledge and understanding of business and government terminology,
office procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of services offered within
Health and Human Services. Ability to relate to people, demonstrate
respect, and to communicate effectively in both written and oral
formats. Ability to understand, interpret, and complete complex oral and
written instructions. Ability to efficiently and effectively relate to
coworkers, customers, and vendors. Ability to protect and practice
discretion with confidential information. Ability to demonstrate
reliability, resourcefulness, initiative, and good judgment. Ability to
demonstrate attention to detail. Ability to plan, organize, and
prioritize work. Ability to successfully complete placement test. Work
Environment & Physical Requirements Frequent contact with co-workers,
customers, and members of the public. May occasionally deal with
aggressive individuals, persons presenting with mental impairments, or
persons with limited Engl ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online:
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