Cashier

Hackensack, NJ
United States

Hackensack University Medical Center

5001 to 10000 employees

Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC) is an acute care teaching and research hospital that serves the residents of northern New Jersey and parts of New York. The hospital, which was founded in 1888 with 12 beds, now has nearly 800 beds and staffs more than 1,500 physicians and dentists, adding about 100 doctors each year. HUMC administers general medical and surgical care, as well as an array of specialty care. The medical center also provides treatment for children through its Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital and the Tomorrows Children's Institute (specializing in cancer and blood disorders).

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Cashier accepts and processes payments received from the lockbox and various service areas throughout the medical center. Input all payments within 48 hour period into SMS computer system.1. Resolves any errors via the TCE Report, verifying all patient demographics, including any pertinent insurance information needed to post cash to proper account, and contact via telephone.2. Prepares refund for overpayments (unfound) to the proper parties.3. Processes credit card payment via Shift-4 terminal.4. Accept and deposits all incoming checks and cash daily.5. Disburse change fund to cafeteria and other areas of the hospital.6. Prepare daily cash collection report.7. Posts all payments from monies collected from various departments within the Medical Center.8. Reviews daily output via batch books and OAM Cash report.9. Contacts physician offices and/or patients, bank and other hospital departments to secure the appropriate information in order to process payment.10. Complies with hospital policy through posting cash to the appropriate accounts.11. Follows-up on all unidentified cash within the established timeframe and resolve monthly to zero balance.12. Inputs all payments within a 48-hour period into SMS computer system.13. Performs basic clerical duties within the department such as filing and minor maintenance of departmental office equipment.14. Answers telephones, takes messages, and directs all calls and messages to appropriate personnel.15. Informs the appropriate supervisor of any deficiencies in the payment process and recommends a plan of action to be implemented.16. Prepares a General Ledger Journal for any deposits and forwards to the department.17. Assists Customer Service associate as needed to resolve specific payer issues.18. Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.Working Conditions: Lifts a minimum of 15 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 15 lbs. and stands a minimum of 3 hours a day.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:1. Knowledge of SMS computer system.2. Knowledge of calculator and banking systems.3. Must be able to quickly and accurately count money and checks.Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:1. Minimum of 2 years college with concentration in Accounting or Finance.2. Minimum 3 years experience in Healthcare.3. Good basic accounting skills.4. Fast in data entry.5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.6. Good analytical skills.7. Proficiency on Windows applications, SMS and/or other hospital billing systems.Licenses and Certifications Required:Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

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Job ID20268

Schedule TypeFull Time with Benefits

Salary Grade05

Weekend WorkWeekends as Needed

Hours40

Regular/TempRegular

HolidaysNo Holidays Required

On CallNo On-Call Required

DepartmentCredit & Cashiers

Work location: Hackensack, NJ

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