Billing and Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

JOB SUMMARY

The Billing & Accounts Receivable Coordinator (CADE) manages accounts receivable for the Center for Advanced Dental Education clinics by filing and following up on insurance claims and patient pay.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITES

• Manages billing and accounts receivable of the CADE clinics

• Bills patient accounts monthly

• Submits insurance claims

• Posts payments and deposits cash, checks, insurances, and online payments daily

• Oversees collection procedures and tracks overdue accounts

• Sends past due accounts to collections

• Tracks and manages accounts receivable of the four clinics and follows up on delinquent accounts

• Issues refunds as necessary

• Maintains patient records and resolves patient inquiries

• Presents clinic operations and financial payment options to potential customers, patients, and guardians

• Provides backup for patient coordinators as needed

• Handles office correspondence in a timely manner

• Distributes daily mail

• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of office procedures

• Knowledge of insurance billing

• Knowledge of basic accounting

• Knowledge of the operation of clinic software operating systems - EDGE, Dentrix, TDO, Axium

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent customer service skills

• Excellent interpersonal/human relation skills

• Ability to team and to work with other people

• Organizational/planning skills

• Ability to operate various computing systems

• Ability to interact with the public in a polite and professional manner

• Ability to maintain patient records, financials, and files

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three or more years of office experience with medical or dental insurance billing

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous work experience in dental office

Function

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.