FISCAL ASSISTANT II - 64051046

　　Date: Jan 18, 2024

　　Location:

　　DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32433 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32536 EBRO, FL, US, 32437 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32539 FL, US, 32439 SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL, US, 32459 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32583 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32435

　　The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce_operations/human_resource_management/for_job_applicants/e_verify) .

　　Requisition No: 820781

　　Agency: Department of Health

　　Working Title: FISCAL ASSISTANT II - 64051046

　　Pay Plan: Career Service

　　Position Number: 64051046

　　Salary: $1,323.00 bi-weekly

　　Posting Closing Date: 02/02/2024

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　　Open Competitive Opportunity

　　DeFuniak Springs, Florida

　　Please be advised:

　　All fields in the Candidate Profile (application) must be completed ( an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile ).

　　Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.

　　The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening.

　　If you are claiming Right to First Interview, you must attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying to be considered.

　　Your Specific Responsibilities:

　　Position will be responsible for timely submission of claims to insurance companies for payments, ensuring payments for services are received in a timely manner.

　　Receive payments and post amounts paid to customer accounts from varied insurance companies, and patient payments.

　　Locate and monitor overdue accounts, using computers, and Insurance portals, excel spreadsheets, etc.

　　Vital Statistics Clerk will be responsible for completion of Birth, Death Records and statues.

　　Essential Functions:

　　• Reviews patient bills for accuracy and completeness; obtains missing information. • Knowledge of insurance, especially Medicaid, rules and guidelines.

　　• Identify insurance company or proper party (patient) to be billed; identify and bill secondary or tertiary insurances..

　　• Utilize a combination of electronic health record (EHR) and paper patient records to perform billing duties

　　• Process claims as they are paid and credit accounts accordingly.

　　• Review insurance payments for accuracy and compliance with contract discounts.

　　• Review denials or partially paid claims and work with the involved parties to resolve the discrepancy.

　　• Manage assigned accounts ensuring outstanding/pending claims are paid in a timely manner and contact appropriate parties to collect payment.

　　• Communicate with health care providers, patients, insurance claim representatives and other parties to clarify billing issues and facilitate timely payment.

　　• Consult supervisor, team members and appropriate resources to solve billing and collection questions and issues.

　　• Maintain work operations and quality by following standards, policies and procedures; escalate compliance issues to supervisor.

　　• Prepare reports and forms as directed and in accordance with established policies.

　　• Perform a variety of administrative duties including but not limited to: answering phones; faxing and filing of confidential documents; and basic Internet and email utilization.

　　• Provide excellent and professional customer service to internal and external customers.

　　• Function as contributing team member while meeting deadlines and productivity standard

　　· Collects, records, prepares, and maintains all vital records for the Department, including issuance of certificates of birth, stillbirth, death and burial permits; makes necessary changes in vital records upon authorization.

　　· Receives fees for vital records information and permits, both mail and in person.

　　· Greets office visitors, determines nature of business, and assist them with questions concerning vital records, or routes to appropriate person, division or department. · Operates and maintains various office and record keeping equipment including computer, printer, and copier.

　　Qualifications:

　　Minimum:

　　Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of program in medical billing, desired but not required.

　　Training and experience: Unless otherwise indicated, minimum one year of current experience within the last three years in a comparable job classification required

　　Internet, email, MS Office, HMS experience would be a plus.

　　Educated on and compliant with HIPAA regulations; maintains strict confidentiality of patient and client information.

　　Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members.

　　Ability to organize and complete work in a timely manner.

　　Ability to read, write and effectively communicate.

　　Ability to understand medical/surgical terminology.

　　The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

　　Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

　　Mission:

　　To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

　　Vision:

　　To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

　　Values:

　　I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

　　C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

　　A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

　　R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

　　E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

　　Where You Will Work:

　　DeFuniak Springs, Fl.

　　The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

　　Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

　　Annual and Sick Leave benefits;

　　Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;

　　State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

　　Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

　　(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );

　　Flexible Spending Accounts;

　　Tuition waivers;

　　And more!

　　For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

　　Please be advised:

　　Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

　　This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

　　Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

　　If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

　　The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

　　Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

　　The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

　　Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

　　The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

　　Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

　　The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

　　Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

　　The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

　　VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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