Job description
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
S2579P
Home Org Name
Clinical Sciences
Division Name
College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title
Medical Billing & Records Auditor
Job Class Code
IB11
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The Medical Billing and Records Auditor is responsible for the daily review, accuracy, and oversight of hospital patient billing and medical data. Performs a variety of financial tasks such as examining, entering and processing forms, letters, vouchers, documents, and reports in a college, school, or department. Prepares data requests for faculty and resident research as well as for financial analysis. Handles cash, check, or other forms of payments or collections.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts and more! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.
Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Essential Functions
- Reviews billing details on patient cases ensuring that all charges are entered and any duplications are corrected. Completes audits, in conjunction with doctors and technicians, on financial records and contracts, grants, and research accounts ensuring charges are correct for services provided.
- Approves bill order audits prior to discharge.
- Reviews and updates the daily census and census reports ensuring that all hospitalized patients are included and those discharged are removed. Provides support for end of day financial reconciliation.
- Originates, receives, prepares, and/or approves vouchers, forms, letters, papers, schedules,
reports and other documents and resolves inconsistencies and errors with appropriate persons. - Ensures the confidentiality of all patient records by following all confidentiality guidelines for patient privacy.
- Communicates frequently with faculty and house officers regarding medical and financial
deficiencies in patient and client accounts. - Maintains hospital database to include verifying information and maintaining cross-referencing system; ensures that outgoing data is transmitted effectively and efficiently; ensures that external documents are linked to the appropriate patient account; standardizes diagnosis terminology.
- Enters, identifies errors, and makes corrections to diagnostic data on database.
- Assists clients and veterinarians with data inquiries following prescribed procedures and refers irregular requests to appropriate clinician or supervisor; ensures the accuracy of data for research purposes.
- Prepares patient and client data for medical and legal review.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience in administrative support and financial management services in a hospital or veterinary services setting.
Substitutions allowed for Education:
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
High School Diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience in administrative support and financial management services in a hospital or veterinary services setting.
Substitutions allowed for Education:
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Drive, basic math knowledge, and basic medical terminology.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
$33,700 - $50,600
Job Category
Administrative
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:
Auburn
State position is located:
AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
04/03/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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