Rutland, VT
7 hours ago
Financial Counselor

Responsible for identifying payer sources for uninsured and underinsured patients, and for identifying patient financial responsibility for services and collecting co-pays, deductibles and deposits prior to scheduled services.  This position serves as liaison between the patient, the physician, the hospital and payers. 

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION.

Minimum Education

 

BA or BS in healthcare, business, sociology or related field or evidence of obtaining preferred (multiple years of experience may be considered as a substitute for degree).

 

Minimum Work Experience

 

2 years of related experience. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policy and regulation as they apply to healthcare programs.

 

Required Licenses/Certifications

 

Certified Application Counselor (CAC) or required to obtain within 90 days of hire

 

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

 

Ability to review patients billing information in-person or on the phone verbally and in writing: explain financial assistance program and help with insurance enrollment when applicable. Demonstrated moderate knowledge of medical terminology. Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills. Math skills: required to calculate income, balances & deposits. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required to deal with patients from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to exercise high degree of confidentiality.

Pay Range: $17.46 - $25.91

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