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Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Garland
Long Term Care Assistant Business Office Manager/Medicaid Pending Specialist
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A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$30,489 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Long Term Care Assistant Business Office Manager/Medicaid Pending Specialist Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Garland - 4.8 Garland, TX Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Computer operation Staff supervision Financial data reconciliation Long term care experience Long-term care regulations Team supervision English Medicaid health insurance Policy & process development Desktop applications Data entry Personnel administration Medicaid regulations Medicaid Budgeting Office management Policy Development Hospital experience Disability rights laws Full Job Description Legend Oaks Garland is a skilled nursing and long term care facility in Garland. We are seeking an Long Term Care Assistant Business Office Manager specializing in Medicaid to join our team. Purpose of Your Job Position The primary purpose of your job position is to assist BOM direct the accounting functions of the facility in accordance with current acceptable accounting and cost reimbursement principles relating to the long-term care industry. Delegation of Authority As Office Manager, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Job Functions Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does note exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Functions Specialize in Medicaid/Medicaid pending approvals and applications for all long-term care patients Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the facility's accounting functions under the supervision of the Administrator. Review the facility's accounting policies and procedures periodically, at least annually, and make recommendations to the Administrator. Interpret the facility's accounting policies and procedures to employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, etc., as necessary. Assist department directors in the development and use of accounting policies and procedures, and establish a rapport in and between departments so that each can realize the importance of accurate reporting procedures. Develop and maintain written job descriptions and performance evaluations for accounting personnel in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, OSHA, and other pertinent laws and regulations. Supervise and train personnel involved in accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, resident funds, etc. Monitor internal controls to assure compliance with established procedures. Represent the facility at and participate in top level meetings as required. Schedule and participate in departmental meetings. Serve as liaison to the Administrator, medical staff, and other professional and supervisory staff. Assist in the establishment and maintenance of an adequate accounting system that reflects the operating cost of the facility. Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished. Establish and maintain a system of financial recordkeeping to include ledgers, recording payments, writing receipts, posting cash journals, prepare and make bank deposits, etc. Establish and maintain a system of accounts payable, to include invoicing, purchase orders, pay vouchers, check register, ledgers, etc., as necessary. Maintain the general ledger to include the preparation of journal entries, coding of invoices, accounts analysis and reconciliation, closing books, setting up new accounts, etc., as necessary or instructed. Monitor and collect accounts receivables. Report delinquent accounts to the Business Office Manager and Administrator. Assist in preparing monthly financial statements to include preparing monthly balance sheet, income and expense reports, etc., as required. Review and interpret monthly financial statements and provide such information to the Business Office Manager and Administrator. Review entries to the general and statistical ledgers, to assure accuracy and compliance with established accounting procedures. Prepare financial and statistical reports as required. Perform functions of computer/data processor as necessary. Develop and utilize computer reports and output as required. Ensure that resident admission contracts are signed and appropriately filed. Review and develop a plan of correction for accounting deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such plan to the Business Office Manager and Administrator. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Business Office Manager and Administrator concerning accounting functions. Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations and make adjustments as necessary to assure the continued ability to provide quality care. Assist in the planning and implementation of changes in the accounting system. Educational Requirements Background in AP processes Background in Texas Medicaid billing and renewal Specific Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must have advanced training in hospital or long-term care administration. Must be knowledgeable of accounting principles, laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care administration. Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing sound accounting techniques. Must be thoroughly familiar with the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing personnel administration. Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents, staff and visitors based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning. Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing accounting practices. Must be knowledgeable of micro-computers, data entry, output, system applications, etc. Must be knowledgeable of principles of governmental accounting, including budgeting, cost reporting, taxation, etc. Must possess the ability to examine and verify financial documents and reports. Must be knowledgeable in auditing principles and practices. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the work place.