Accounting Analyst

About the Position

The Health and Human Service Clinical Financial Services (CFS) Division performs revenue cycle services for the Lane County Community Health Centers (CHC) and Lane County Behavioral Health, and Lane County Treatment Center. The CFS Billing Team ensures the accuracy and integrity of patient charges, insurance claims, write-offs, collections, and other aspects of the billing and collection cycles.

• This position will do Medical Coding, and experience is preferred. Special consideration given for additional auditing certification (CPMA).
• Review clinical documentation of services to be coded in EPIC, and any other source of documentation available to ensure compliance with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
• Assign correct CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS codes for professional charges, which could include all E&M services including outpatient and inpatient; diagnostic services; procedural services; and/or Charge Routers and Charge entry.
• Establish and maintain procedures and other controls necessary in carrying out all procedure and diagnostic coding and insurance billing activity for applicable work queues assigned in facility and/or professional services at OHSU.
• Monitor activity for compliance with federal and/or state laws regarding correct coding set forth by CMS and Oregon Medical Assistance program (OMAP).
• Coordinate all billing information and ensure that all information is complete and accurate.
• Ability to maintain supportive and open communication with supervisor regarding coding issues and priority coding responsibilities assigned.
• Develop and disseminate written procedures to facilitate and improve billing and coding processes for the department, and to train, support, orientate, and mentor coding staff as necessary.

Competitive candidates for our team will demonstrate a customer service focus with strong communication skills and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. They will be flexible, adaptive, and drive innovation through process improvement. In addition, they must show a clear ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and maintain ethical standards consistent with our mission as stewards of the public trust.

About the Division

The Health and Human Service Clinical Financial Services (CFS) Division performs revenue cycle services for the Lane County Community Health Centers (CHC) and Lane County Behavioral Health, and Lane County Treatment Center.  The CFS Billing Team ensures the accuracy and integrity of patient charges, insurance claims, write-offs, collections, and other aspects of the billing and collection cycles. 

*This is an AFSCME represented position*

Training

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, fiscal management or accounting or a related field.

• Three years of increasingly responsible experience in financial, accounting or statistical record-keeping and analysis. Some experience in a lead capacity is desirable.

• Direct financial or accounting experience with federal or state employment and training programs is desirable;

• or an equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Preferred Requirements:

• Medical Coding certification (CPS).

• This position is subject to a full background check.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.
 All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

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Trauma Informed Care Statement

Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care.
 As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past.
 Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other.
 Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.