Fire/Rescue EMS Billing Specialist

Fire/Rescue EMS Billing Specialist Print (Apply Fire/Rescue EMS Billing Specialist Salary $45,240.72 - $47,502.72 AnnuallyLocation Jacksonville, FLJob TypeCivil ServiceDepartmentFIRE AND RESCUEJob Number2022-05003Closing8/26/2022 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions Job DescriptionAre you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!Jacksonville Fire and Rescue is actively seeking one (1) EMS Billing Specialist.Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have 12 paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition, to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of public service and on-time payments.This is an advanced administrative technically varied and complex Fire and Rescue Department clerical position. Primary function is in processing EMS transport claims. Work requires knowledge of techniques, methods, and procedures used in performing medical billing of EMS transports as well as related functions which involves the operation of standard office equipment that is learned on the job and through specialized training. Experience is usually gained through a combination of certifications, training and experience. Contacts require basic courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with others, and include contacts to request or provide information, ask questions or obtain clarification. The work is semi-routine where tasks are covered by procedures or precedents, and although patterned, some latitude is permitted to consider and choose the most appropriate technique, method, or procedure to follow. Work is performed in an office environment. The physical demands consist mainly of sitting or standing at a work station for extended periods of time. Operates standard office equipment and a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, email and billing software applications, occasionally lifting and moving light objects is required. The work is performed under general supervision. Examples of WorkInputs, inspects, reviews and/or maintains a complex medical billing system involving varied medical administrative processes such as insurance verification, medical coding, medical billing, cash posting fromExplanation of Benefits/Electronic Remittance Advices (EOB/ERA''s), medical Accounts Receivables follow up, and medical collections while in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines.Processes daily EMS transports, reviews medical documentation and assigns ICD-10 codes as required.Calculates and processes payments received from insurance companies and patients. Applies contract requirements as applicable. Appeals claims as needed. Trends insurance issues when identified and reports to management.Operates standard office equipment and a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, email and billing software applications.Recommends, coordinates, and implements Fire and Rescue Department administrative practices and procedures to facilitate work processes and accomplish unit terprets laws, rules, regulations, and policies for the purpose of answering inquiries, resolving complaints, or to resolve work related problems. Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville''s core competencies. Performs related work as required. Requires a thorough knowledge of all components of the medical billing and collection functions associated with EMS transports and adheres to all medical billing collection statutes and federal guidelines. Prepares correspondence relating to Fire and Rescue administrative activities for the purpose of presenting information, or resolving complaints or work related problems. Maintains EMS transport records and files.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of EMS insurance verification, medical coding, medical billing, medical cash posting and/or medical Accounts Receivables follow up practices, procedures, and methods. Skill in making and verifying mathematical calculations. Skill in coding, processing of claims, and appeal processing. Skill in operating standard office equipment.Ability to apply accounting and medical billing knowledge to work assignments. Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, email and related software applications. Ability to read, comprehend, and apply job-related rules, policies and procedures.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to prepare reports. Ability to review and monitor the work of others. Knowledge of techniques, methods and procedures in computer and software operations specific to the Fire and Rescue Department.Open Requirements/Supplemental InformationA four year combination of education and/or experience performing medical administrative work, such as, insurance verification, coding (ICD-9 & ICD-10), medical billing, medical collections follow up, and/or EOB/ERA cash posting. CPC certification may be substituted as two years towards the overall four year education/training/experience requirement. One year of billing experience with an ambulance company or billing company is preferred.LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:Certified Ambulance Coder (CAC) certification must be obtained within the first 6 months of employment and maintained. Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is preferred.A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at A copy of your resume is required with your application. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the schools name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred. The application system works best with Google Chrome or Edge with Chromium web browsers. Please try to apply using one of these browsers. Be sure to add coj.net to your safe senders list to ensure you receive email notifications. You may also track the status of your application and see notifications by logging into your account.Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.If claiming veteran''s preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veterans preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:Florida Department of Veterans AffairsAttention: Veterans Preference Coordinator11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-KLargo, FL 33778-1630Email: [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer.Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating ''see resume'' does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?YesNo02 Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future? YesNo03 The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $45,240.72 - $47,502.72. This is not negotiable. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position in this pay range? YesNo04 Part-Time and volunteer work experience may be considered if an applicant has worked/volunteered 20 hours per week or more. The complete work history must be included in your application if you would like this experience to be considered. I have read the above statement and understand what is required.05 If you have a degree, indicate which degree you have and include any major/minor. If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. 06 Do you have a four year combination of education, training and/or experience performing medical administrative work, such as, insurance verification, coding (ICD-9 & ICD-10), medical billing, medical collections follow up, and/or EOB/ERA cash posting? (CPC certification may be substituted as two years towards the overall four year requirement.) Yes, I have 4 or more years of education and/or experience in medical administrative work.Yes, I have a CPC certification and 2 years or more of education and/or experience.No, I do not have a minimum of 4 years of experience and/or education in medical administrative work.07 In which area(s) do you have experience? Insurance VerificationCoding (ICD-9 & ICD-10)Medical BillingMedical Collections Follow-upEOB/ERA Cash PostingTwo or more of the above.None of the above.08 Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience. 09 Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience. 10 One year of billing experience with an ambulance company or billing company is preferred. Do you have this type of experience? YesNo11 Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience. 12 Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience. 13 A Certified Ambulance Coder (CAC) certification must be obtained within the first 6 months of employment and be maintained during employment. I have read the above statement and understand what is required.I currently possess a Certified Ambulance Coder (CAC) certification.None of the above.14 A Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is preferred. Do you have this certification? YesNo15 A copy of your resume is required with your application. If basing/meeting qualifications based on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. College transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the name of the school, type of degree, classes taken, grades received and date degree was conferred. NOTE: A copy of your diploma does not meet this requirement. Transcripts from colleges outside of the U.S. must be converted to U.S. Standards. If required documents are not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process. I have read the above statement and understand what is required.Required Question AgencyCity of JacksonvilleAddress117 West Duval Street, Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202 Phone(904) 255-5598 WebsiteApply Please verify your email address Verify Email

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