MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• To optimise revenue by ensuring that an accurate account is generated for each patient and the patient file contains all the relevant supporting documentation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Accurate and timeous billing of all charted items used during the patient’s stay
• Complete all patient files and ensure these contain all documents as well as a final billed account
• Utilise and control applicable reports to ensure prompt finalisation and rendering of accounts
• Ensure client satisfaction through effective communication with other departments

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Grade 12
• DESIRED EDUCATION: None

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
• DESIRED EXPERIENCE: Previous experience as an Accounts Controller; Experience in a healthcare environment

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Debtors and creditors (invoicing; reconciliation etc.)
• Anatomy (extremities) and medical terminology
• Application and implications of tariff agreements of medical aids (e.g. CPP)
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Patient administration policies; procedures and systems (e.g. AS400)
• Working application of billing protocols; government gazette; final billing; render and EDI as well as DRG processes