IDDS Administrative and Billing Specialist

Pathways complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, pregnancy status, victim status, marital status, member of the armed services or covered veteran status, or any other status that is protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.    This policy includes, but is not limited to: recruitment, employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, layoffs, training, and social and recreational programs. 

Salary Range: $33,280

Requirements/Licensures:

• High School Diploma required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, and Outlook).

• Experience in a medical office preferred.

• Therap experience is a plus.

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software and process changes.

Duties/Responsibilities:
The PDS Financial Management Services Assistant provides administrative support to the PDS Financial Management Services Office and works closely with the PDS Financial Management Services Supervisor. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Completing budget requests.

• Entering Prior Authorizations (PAs) into the Avatar system.

• Verifying EVV (Electronic Visit Verification) claims using SB checklists.

• Keying time entries into the billing/payroll log.

• Assisting with payroll functions.

• Submitting billing to Medicaid.

• Addressing old and outstanding claims.

• Performing electronic cash posting for PDS and balancing postings for accuracy.

• Providing additional support for the PDS Financial Management Office as needed.

Experience or Skill Set Required:

• Experience in an outpatient, inpatient, or residential Behavioral Health setting preferred.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Competence using computers and electronic devices to complete job tasks.