Collections Specialist Accounts ReceivableCollections Specialist: Accounts Receivable (A/r) [Position # 1278]Department: Accounts ReceivablesFLSA Status: Full Time/Hourly/Non-ExemptLocation: Naples, FLHiring Incentives: SIGN ON BONUS, Benefits, include but not limited to: Medical, 401(k) and tuition reimbursementSchedule : Monday-Thursday, 8:00am - 5:00pm and Friday, 8:00am - 3:00pmPosition SummaryThe Collections Specialist is a fundamental position for our DLC's Accounts Receivable Department as its main focus is to ensure that our insurance payments are received in a timely fashion manner in order to keep our cash flow. This gets accomplished by monitoring services with open balances, contacting the different healthcare payers and following up on claim status. This role requires a high level of service to clients as they maneuver their way through the financial aspect of their overall mental health plan.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesConstantly monitoring services with outstanding balances to ensure payments are receivedSubmitting corrected claims whenever is neededReaching out to insurance companies to obtain payment statusesAppealing/disputing claims when payment or final claim status is not appropriateProcessing Collections duties in a timely and accurate manner-Reconciling a variety of services in accordance to policies and proceduresAssisting with collections of Self Pay AccountsMaintaining professional, informative and supportive correspondence with external Clients and internal colleaguesOther duties as needed to assist the A/r and Accounting Teams.QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED1 year of related experienceSeamless ability to switch between tasks of all levels and sizesHigh-level knowledge of Collections and InsuranceEfficient and effective communication skillsConfidence in handling multiple project deadlines and goals simultaneouslyThe understanding that all members of a Team matter equallyAdvanced Microsoft Office 365 (Including Teams) skillsStaying compliant on all trainings and immunizationsAbility to pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting (General Information can be found HERE ) , Drug Screen and Local Criminal CheckPhysical Requirements:This position requires a mix of physical activities throughout the workday. Duties involve periods of standing, sitting, and walking, often across various areas of the site. The role also includes tasks that may require bending, reaching, and other physical movements. Candidates must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. A reasonable level of physical stamina and mobility is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.#J-18808-Ljbffr