Departmental Technician -E9 - Reimbursement

Mission

MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness.

Determine financial liability for KPH patients, per the Michigan Mental Health Code, Administrative Rules, DCH Policies and Procedures, including verifying third party benefits, applying for health insurance benefits if necessary, and determining county of liability/financial responsibility. Post patients medical claim liabilities and cash receipts into patients Care & Maintenance accounts (Accounts Receivable). Assist with reconciliations of patients Care & Maintenance accounts.

Provide support to the accounting function of the Business Office on reimbursement matters. Perform the hospitals Cashiering duties when needed.

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

Education typically acquired through completion of high school.

• One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service.
• One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service, or one year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service.
• One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service, or one year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service, or two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service.
• Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) may be substituted for the experience requirement for the 7-level.
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the experience requirement for the 8-level.
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree and one year of job-related experience may be substituted for the experience requirement for the 9-level.

This position is open to current State of Michigan employees ONLY!

This position is located at 1312 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo, MI, 49008 and the selected incumbent will be required to physically report to this office. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including: a secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions; a high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload;

suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

This position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.