We have an immediate opening for a Patient Financial Counselor. ** BILINGUAL/SPANISH SPEAKING PREFERRED **
Under general supervision, is responsible for assessment of patient financial requirements, counseling patients on insurance benefits and co-payments.
-Ensures appropriate signatures are obtained on all necessary forms.
-Obtains appropriate approvals as required.
-Performs financial counseling process on all patients prior to treatment, which includes patient financial obligations, billing practices and establishing payment arrangements.
-Documents financial counseling process.
-Assists patients in obtaining financial assistance (i.e. Medicaid, drug replacement), outside assistance (i.e. transportation or other community services), and all appropriate forms filled out.
-Collects co-pays, deductible and other out of pocket amounts at time of visit.
-Demonstrates an understanding for patient confidentiality to protect the patient and the clinic/corporation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum three years of medical business office experience with insurance procedures and patient interaction.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Financial Counseling: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person