Financial Counselor

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Work Schedule : This is a full time, 1.0 FTE position. Eight hours shifts, between the hours of 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, will be scheduled Monday-Friday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. This is a hybrid position after training is complete. Qualified applicants must be onsite weekly. Be part of something remarkable Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Financial Counselor to: Provide patients with estimated costs for upcoming services. Assist patients in understanding the billing prepayment process. Review patients coverage to determine overall cost for the patients specific plan of care. Review Financial Assistance documents and calculate discount level Collect prepayments and setup payment plans for patients estimated out of pocket cost At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being. Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. Qualifications High School Diploma Or equivalent Required Associate's Degree In Business, Finance, Healthcare Administration or related field Preferred Work Experience 1 year Experience in Health Care Revenue Cycle, insurance, or financial institution Required 2 years Experience in Healthcare Revenue Cycle Preferred Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to its clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

Requirements

• High School Diploma Or equivalent Required
• 1 year Experience in Health Care Revenue Cycle, insurance, or financial institution Required

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree In Business, Finance, Healthcare Administration or related field Preferred
• 2 years Experience in Healthcare Revenue Cycle Preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide patients with estimated costs for upcoming services.
• Assist patients in understanding the billing prepayment process.
• Review patients coverage to determine overall cost for the patients specific plan of care.
• Review Financial Assistance documents and calculate discount level
• Collect prepayments and setup payment plans for patients estimated out of pocket cost

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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