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_We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Financial Assistant to join our team onsite in Temple, Texas. In this role, you will support day-to-day financial operations, assist with data entry and reporting, and help ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their skills in a supportive and fast-paced environment while working in person with a dedicated team._

JOB SUMMARY

Prepares, verifies and distributes financial reports related to financial operations and accounting systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

+ PREPARES, EXAMINES AND DISTRIBUTES ACCOUNTING REPORTS TO ASSIST MANAGEMENT IN CHOICE MAKING.

+ Prepares reports and/or correspondence that is clear, concise, accurate and appropriate for desired needs.

+ Reviews accounting reports and complies in appropriate forms, checks for accuracy and researches and resolved discrepancies as needed.

+ Distributes financial statements or reports to appropriate management, investigators or other departments in a timely manner.

+ Researches questions by using appropriate internal and external resources.

+ RESPONDS TO INQUIRIES AND REQUESTS FROM INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMERS TO PROVIDE NEEDED INFORMATION.

+ Responds in a clear, concise and professional manner via phone, pager or electronic communication as needed.

+ Documents transactions thoroughly.

+ MAINTAINS EFFECTIVE FILING SYSTEM FOR PROMPT RETRIEVAL OF DATA FOR ISSUE RESOLUTION AND DATA STORAGE.

+ Thoroughly documents all actions performed.

+ Stores electronic and paper files in appropriate format and location for efficient retrieval by others.

+ Division 090:

+ ENSURES ACCURATE, COMPLIANT, AND TIMELY SUBMISSION OF CHARGES.

+ Efficiently uses all PFS accounting and billing systems and has a thorough understanding of system edits and data retrieval.

+ Reviews account data and makes applicable corrections to ensure claims meet all payor specific compliance guidelines and accounts.

+ Follows internal procedures for timely billing.

+ MAINTAINS ACCURATE PATIENT ACCOUNTING SYSTEM DATA.

+ Reviews medical record documentation and queries internal departments and physicians to verify appropriate diagnosis and charges.

+ Performs quarterly audits and submits summary reports to management to ensure accuracy of all charges entered into the system.

+ Investigates discrepancies between various systems and ensures they are synchronized.

+ Complete daily on-line maintenance of charge master and physician master to update the various systems following department guidelines.

+ PERFORMS OTHER POSITION APPROPRIATE DUTIES AS REQUIRED IN A COMPETENT, PROFESSIONAL AND COURTEOUS MANNER.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

+ Associates degree preferred.

+ Accounting or finance experience preferred.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

+ Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

+ 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

+ EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

+ EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.