Company Bio
IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.
Position Summary
Senior Accommodation Collection Clerk, Patients' Accounts
Your goal in this position is to accept all Non Resident and Preferred Accommodation requests from Physicians, Surgeons, Dentists and Patients and validate for approval from the Treatment of Non-Residents of Canada Patient Decision Support Team. After approval is received for treatment, you are able to follow up on payment. You will be responsible for accommodation requests and billing to the patient or secondary insurance companies. You are able to communicate with Physician offices and interdepartmental staff. You have excellent interpersonal relationships and have experience working with international patients. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.
On a practical level, you will
- Ensure all mandatory documentation is received from physicians / midwife
- Ensure all mandatory signatures are obtained from patients for accommodation
- Compile reports and statistics as directed
- Accept and enter data into Admission and Billing systems
- Work with external Collection agencies
- Bill insurance/ patient for Accommodation charges
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Three years of Accounts Receivable experience
- High School Diploma
- Accounting courses as an asset
- Mathematical aptitude
- Proficient in excel and word, required
- Practical skills with computers and their common applications
- Bilingualism in French/English an asset
What We Offer
Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Temporary position (12 Months), with 8 hour shifts, all shifts in the Patient Accounts Department. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca #LI-BR1
How to Apply
Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:
- Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
- We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.
Closing Statement
At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
