PATIENT ACCTS ASSOC

Responsible for ensuring all charges related to clinical trial research activities are billed appropriately (if applicable to job duties). Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED Preferred educational qualifications: Healthcare or Business associate's degree preferred. Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related experience Other experience requirements: Must have two years of healthcare billing, collections experience. Associate's degree in healthcare or business can be substituted for the two years of experience. Typing accurately 25 words per minute accurately preferred. Familiarity with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel is required. Basic knowledge of accounting principles, including debits and credits required. Ability to alphabetize and compare names and numbers required. Ability to review work for detailed accuracy and completeness required. Basic math skills including percentages required. Medical terminology preferred. Detail oriented- pays close attention to detail. Customer Focus (15): is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Integrity and Trust (29): is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Dealing with Ambiguity (2): can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.