Position Function:
Performs duties related to maintaining general accounts receivable and billing records for clients of the CVM Animal Health Center.
Employees hired into Intermittent positions are limited to working no more than 720 hours per fiscal year.
Salary Grade: 09
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
Area of Specialization:
Anticipated Appointment Date:
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for the accuracy of all client accounts including any daily/monthly reports submitted to clinicians, administration clients, etc. Responsible for handling, collection, exchange, and storing of large amounts of money on a daily basis, as well transporting to the bank; maintain the security of a safe within the Animal Health Center. Ensure positive communication with clinicians, students, staff, and clients many times during stressful and emotional situations. Work with computer analyst to make changes in system to keep operations up-to-date. Responsible for processing information for referral of accounts to and continued correspondence with Franklin Collection Agency. Process and handle bad checks and refer to District Attorney's office for collection and prosecution. Assist with orientation for all student rotations and new clinicians. Maintain a daily AHC balancing status that is verified with CVM accounting. Process the closing of the fiscal year in client accounts to balance. Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School diploma or GED.
Experience: Two years clerical, customer service, accounting or related field.
An equivalent combination of related education and related experience may be considered for this position.
ABDs or degree pending considered (all but DISS):
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to operate a computer keyboard to enter data.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of word processing and various software packages.
Knowledge of medical terms and procedures.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Moderate noise level. Exposure to ill animals upon admission to hospital. Minimal risk of bites or scratches. This position does require Saturday work hours.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Please include cover letter and resume along with names and addresses of at least three references.
Screening Date:
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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