Financial Accounts Technician
The major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Performs accounts receivable (collection) functions of the revenue program including third-party insurance reimbursements and other account receivables; Analyzes outstanding third-party receivables to determine the best course of action to affect maximum revenue recovery; Receives, processes, and responds to a variety of communications generated by third-party payers; Audits, analyzes and reviews information regarding the established third-party receivable to discuss the status of the account when inquiry is made on follow-up; Maintains and updates computerized records of debts to document collection efforts and identify trends for management; Coordinates collection efforts utilizing accounts receivable software packages; Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other departments involved with the revenue cycle organization as well as external organizations; and Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday (8:
00am-4:
30pm) Recruitment & Relocation Incentives:
Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not Required To qualify for this position at the GS-5 level, you must meet one of the following:
Specialized
Experience:
At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-4) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience includes receiving, processing, and responding to a variety of communications generated by third-party payers. OR Education:
Successfully completed four (4) years of education above the high school level in any field which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. (Transcripts Required) OR Combination:
Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience, as described. (Transcripts Required) You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
Accounting OperationsCommunicationsDecision MakingManages and Organizes Information IMPORTANT:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Performs accounts receivable (collection) functions of the revenue program including third-party insurance reimbursements and other account receivables; Analyzes outstanding third-party receivables to determine the best course of action to affect maximum revenue recovery; Receives, processes, and responds to a variety of communications generated by third-party payers; Audits, analyzes and reviews information regarding the established third-party receivable to discuss the status of the account when inquiry is made on follow-up; Maintains and updates computerized records of debts to document collection efforts and identify trends for management; Coordinates collection efforts utilizing accounts receivable software packages; Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other departments involved with the revenue cycle organization as well as external organizations; and Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday (8:
00am-4:
30pm) Recruitment & Relocation Incentives:
Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not Required To qualify for this position at the GS-5 level, you must meet one of the following:
Specialized
Experience:
At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-4) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience includes receiving, processing, and responding to a variety of communications generated by third-party payers. OR Education:
Successfully completed four (4) years of education above the high school level in any field which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. (Transcripts Required) OR Combination:
Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience, as described. (Transcripts Required) You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
Accounting OperationsCommunicationsDecision MakingManages and Organizes Information IMPORTANT:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
- Department:
0503 Financial Clerical And Assistance - Salary Range:
$34,916 to $45,393 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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