Eligibility Specialist 2, Field Rep. (Bilingual Required)

Savista • Remote - NJ, NJ

13d • $22 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Eligibility Specialist 2, you’ll get to make a difference in patients’ lives every day! You will be a lifeline for patients navigating some of the most stressful moments of their healthcare journey. In this role, you’ll meet directly with patients and families in their home, listen to their stories, and help them access financial assistance programs that can remove barriers to receiving essential medical care. This role goes beyond the basics of eligibility screening. You’ll use your compassion, communication skills, and problem‑solving abilities to guide patients’ step‑by‑step through complex applications for Medicaid, Medicare, disability, and hospital charity programs. You’ll take ownership of cases that require deeper investigation, coordination with hospitals and agencies, and see them through to resolution. Every interaction you have helps someone understand their options, feel supported, and move forward with confidence. In addition, you may provide coverage across multiple hospital locations within your assigned region and support the onboarding or training of colleagues by sharing your knowledge and expertise. If you’re motivated by meaningful, people‑centered work – and you want a role where your efforts make a clear and immediate difference – this position offers the opportunity to build relationships, grow your skills, and positively impact patient lives every day.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Proficiency in English and Spanish
• At least 2 years of experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in healthcare or financial counseling.
• Must be able to obtain license to become a Public Notary, within 3 months of hire date.
• Must be comfortable completing in-home patient visits within assigned market area.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and empathetically.
• Ability to identify solutions to financial challenges, leveraging program knowledge to benefit patients.
• Demonstrate genuine care for patients’ needs and concerns, building trust and rapport.
• Work effectively with colleagues, hospital staff, and external agencies to achieve shared goals.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and ability to travel within assigned service area.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare revenue cycle, financial counseling, or insurance verification.
• Experience with multiple EHR systems: Epic, Cerner, Meditech, etc.
• Familiarity with state and federal assistance programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security Disability.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare accounts receivable processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-home patient visits to complete patient eligibility applications.
• Conduct advanced eligibility screening in-person, including bedside visits, to assess financial assistance eligibility and provide compassionate guidance on available programs.
• Facilitate the application process for programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, Disability, hospital charity care or unique requirements for non-traditional funding, ensuring timely submission of accurate documentation.
• Act as a liaison between patients, hospital staff, and government agencies to establish eligibility, secure funding and resolve coverage issues.
• Perform advanced follow-up work across, ensuring applications are complete and processed efficiently.
• Identify and assist with technical medical requirements for disability programs, including setting up medical appointments, completing disability applications, submitting appeals, and following through on resolution of applications.
• Manage multiple patient cases independently, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and ensure effective follow-up on pending applications.
• Clearly communicate financial obligations, funding options, and program details to patients in an empathetic and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
• Consistently achieve productivity and quality metrics, contributing to the organization's financial counseling objectives.
• Efficiently use multiple systems and databases to gather, track, and report on patient data.
• Identify and assist with complex cases, including disability applications, setting up appointments, and submitting appeals, etc. as needed.
• Assist in training and supporting colleagues as needed, ensuring seamless onboarding and service delivery.
• Complete special projects, as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA accounts, short-term and long-term disability insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, critical illness insurance, life insurance, supplemental insurance, spouse and dependent life insurance, pet insurance, and legal insurance
• 401(k) with company match, company HSA contributions, and access to certified financial planners
• 17 days PTO for full-time colleagues with increases based on tenure, 9 paid holidays and 40 hours of paid volunteer time each year through our Heart & Soul program
• premium LinkedIn Learning access and our SOAR development program
• free Calm Premium subscription for meditation, stress relief, and sleep support as well as access to our Colleague Assistance Program (EAP) that provides access to licensed professional counselors and work/life resources
• Perk Spot, discounted cell‑phone plans through Previ, and home/auto insurance discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED