Accounts Receivable Clerk

Mississippi River Health Alliance • Full-time • Almonte, Ontario, Canada • 1d ago

Almonte General Hospital and Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital created the Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) in 2016 to formalize their commitment to work together to improve each patient and resident’s overall health care experience through a strong, coordinated system of care. Each hospital remains a separate corporation with its own Board of Directors and Foundation. An integrated Senior Team leads the two Hospitals, as well as Fairview Manor and Lanark County Paramedic Service which are operating divisions of AGH. Over 600 caring staff, physicians and midwives provide excellent primary, acute and long-term care to citizens of Lanark County, West Ottawa and Renfrew County.

We are currently seeking a Permanent Part-Time Accounts Receivable Clerk. Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the incumbent is responsible for working with the hospitals finance team performing billing, collections, month-end, reconciliations and other duties as assigned. Our finance team provides support services to patients, residents, their families and other departments and staff.

Mandatory Qualifications

·Successful completion of an Accounting Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience in accounts receivable

·One (1) year of related experience in an office environment, preferably in a health care setting

Competencies and Personal Attributes

·Proficient in computers with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites

·Comprehensive knowledge of Ministry of Health regulations and schedule of benefits

·Knowledge of WSIB reporting, third party insurance, patient, union, appliance, out-of-county, out-of-province and military billing

·Aptitude for financial processes including account reconciliations, month end close procedures, bank deposits and cash management

·Experience monitoring and following up with aged accounts and making collection calls

·Demonstrated ability to plan, set priorities and meet deadlines

·Maintain confidentiality and safeguard personal health and employee information

·Commitment to excellence, focusing on quality care and personal attention, accountability and fiscal responsibility