FINANCIAL COUNSELOR

UHS•Washington, DC

About The Position

Responsible for the in-depth and detailed evaluation of patient financial history for both uninsured and underinsured inpatients and outpatients, for the purposes of determining eligibility for State and Federally funded financial assistance programs. Responsible for ensuring insurance authorization for patient services has been obtained/verified, establishes working relationship with all departments of GWUH and contractors, conducts timely follow-up/monitoring of accounts to ensure time frames are maintained according to statue. Provide support to an organizational culture that lends the highest degree of service excellence standards to all customer groups. We value our employees and offer a comprehensive package to support your career growth, well-being, and work-life balance. This opportunity offers the following: Challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Requirements

Associate degree or Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) certification
5 years of current experience in a hospital registration, Business office and/or Case Management as related to insurance
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Demonstrates sound judgment and critical thinking skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and PC and spreadsheet proficiency
Strong Service Excellence skills
Works well in a stressful environment
Ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure

Responsibilities

Responsible for the in-depth and detailed evaluation of patient financial history for both uninsured and underinsured inpatients and outpatients, for the purposes of determining eligibility for State and Federally funded financial assistance programs.
Responsible for ensuring insurance authorization for patient services has been obtained/verified
Establishes working relationship with all departments of GWUH and contractors
Conducts timely follow-up/monitoring of accounts to ensure time frames are maintained according to statue.
Provide support to an organizational culture that lends the highest degree of service excellence standards to all customer groups.