Clerical Assistant Ii - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Posting# 916732

Position
:
Clerical Assistant II/Billing Clerk

Site:
Toronto Rehabilitation Institute

Department:
Physiatrist in Chief/Billing Office

Reports to:
Manager

Salary/Range:
$ $23.71 per hour (Commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)

Hours: 4-5 hours per week

Status:
Casual

The University Health Network, where _"above all else the needs of patients come first_", encompasses
Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of groundbreaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world. Find out about our purpose, values and principles here.

The
CLERICAL ASSISTANT II utilizes judgment and/or decision-making in the provision of the support service required for the Billing office for the Physiatrist in Chief, including: entering and compiling OHIP and 3rd party billing for submission; preparing invoices; reconciling provider accounts, ensuring that all claims are successfully paid; following-up on unpaid claims; submitting all necessary inquiries/ supporting documentation required for payment; updating patient data as required; all while keeping appropriate billing practices and processes in mind when carrying out duties and responsibilities; submitting monthly reports to individual physicians; Keeping up to date on OHIP coding requirements/ changes to the OHIP Schedule of Benefits; providing departmental backup coverage if and when required; performing additional clerical functions, as assigned; performing cross-functional support functions; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent, health related undergraduate experience preferred. Medical Office Administration diploma/certificate is an asset
Six (6) months recent related experience experience working in a health care environment
OHIP billing experience
Strong computer proficiency with billing software experience, Accuro experience is an asset
Ability to prioritize duties and work in a fast paced environment in order to meet tight monthly deadlines
Good organizational and time management skills
Excellent ability to pay attention to detail in order to produce accurate and reliable work
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent telephone, interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and with a team
Ability to produce work in accordance with Hospital standards
Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy
Problem solving skills with good judgment and decision making
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
Vaccines (Covid19 and others) are a requirement of the job, unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario human rights code

Posted Date:
March 23, 2023

Closing Date:
until filled

For current UHN employees, only those who have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, and possess all the required experience and qualifications should apply.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace.

We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to:

all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position.

Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.