Financial Counselor

UHS • Shreveport, LA

30d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Counselor participates in the admission process by responding to inquiries regarding the facility, insurance verification, financial counseling, patient admission, and data entry of all demographic information necessary to appropriately conclude the admission process. Review, analyze and facilitate self-pay collection efforts.
Brentwood Hospital is a 260-bed psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment facility located in Shreveport, Louisiana. Brentwood has served Louisiana, East Texas and South Arkansas for more than 45 years. We provide quality services to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. We help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. A dedicated professional team provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our patients in a safe and nurturing environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/Equivalent
• One year of experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in Financial/Accounting Field preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs insurance verifications
• Provides adequate financial counseling to parents/guardians relating to self-pay and/or co-pay of account balances.
• Data entry
• Demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively and express ideas clearly; actively listens, follows appropriate channels of communication.
• Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality per HIPPA regulations.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Program (Could earn 20 CEUs)
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

What This Job Offers

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