Job Summary
The Financial Counselor plays a crucial role in evaluating patients’ financial situations, confirming their insurance coverage, and facilitating payment plans for the services provided by the facility. This position is essential for ensuring that patients receive the financial guidance they need to access healthcare services.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate the financial capabilities of patients and their insurance benefits.
- Assist in negotiating payment options for services rendered at the facility.
- Maintain precise and up-to-date records of financial accounts.
- Support uninsured patients by guiding them through Medicaid referral processes.
Qualifications
- Must possess a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
- Prior experience in healthcare collections or within a business office environment is required.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Willingness to obtain Crisis Prevention Training.
Lifepoint Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
