Job Abstract

Business Office Assistant w/ prior Skilled Nursing Experience preferred
Canoga Park, CA
Full Time 

Canyon Oaks, a Generations Healthcare is in search of a Business Office Assistant to join our team.  

Job Description:

Assists the Business Office Manager and Bookkeeper in the daily accounting functions in accordance with current acceptable accounting and cost reimbursement principles relating to the long-term care operation.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in the completion of initial and re-authorizations as needed of all Managed Medical and LTC MediCal custodial residents, including pertinent documentation necessary for approval.
• Keeps accurate and necessary tracking system for Authorizations needed.
• Completes Authorizations timely and follow up for approval.
• Submits claims for Managed Medical and LTC MediCal, including follow up, phone calls and Appeals.
• Researches and follows up on claims as assigned by the Office Manager and Bookkeeper, i.e. Claims submission, Appeals, follow up and correspondence; accountability to the Business Office Manager/Bookkeeper for the assigned accounts with oral and written reports of action taken.
• Assists in the Collection Process of all private accounts, including phone calls, collection letters and the policy and procedure for collections.
• Performs assertive functions as necessary or directed, i.e. letters, phone calls, photocopying, etc.
• Relieves receptionist for breaks and lunch or whenever needed.
• Engages in cross training for all business related services.

Qualifications:

• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination will be required for all facility employees as of September 30, 2021 (requests for accommodation due to disability or religious belief will be reviewed)
• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand the English language.
• Ability to have occasional exposure to excessive noise and frequent exposure to chemicals in the form of copy toner.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Ability to effectively communication with other departments in the facility.
• Constant exposure to mechanical equipment in the form of computers, copiers and telephones
• Ability to attend and participate in continuing education.
• Ability to engage in frequent customer-focused interaction with residents and their families.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation package, healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities.

Generations Healthcare was founded upon the belief that caring for the sick, the elderly, and the infirm is a special and sacred stewardship. It is our mission to have this belief reflected in everything we do: in the presentation of our homes, in the professionalism of our staff, and in the daily delivery of care to our residents and their families. It is our purpose that whoever enters a Generations home will be met with kindness, competence and compassion.

We invite you to make a difference in the lives of others and our residents, who represent a Lifetime of Memories, a Lifetime of Care, and a Lifetime of Love.