Patient Financial Counselor

The US Oncology Network•Boulder, CO

4h•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorado's largest and most comprehensive provider of cancer care has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Patient Financial Counselor to support our radiation oncology team in Boulder. Salary Range: $18.29-$24.00 Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certification, etc. As of the date of this posting, in addition to your salary, RMCC offers the following benefits for this position, subject to eligibility requirements: Health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings account; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance, short-term disability insurance; long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program; PTO, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and employee paid critical illness and accident insurance

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Position requires at least 3 year office experience, medical office required.
Have excellent communication skills, written and verbal. Proficiency with computer systems a requirement. Microsoft (Outlook, Word, and Excel) a plus.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. Must be comfortable communicating with medical professionals as an integral part of the care team
High level organization, attention to detail and prioritizing required
All qualified candidates are required to pass a background check and non-federal drug test (which excludes marijuana) post offer of employment and prior to hire.
Candidates will be required to show proof of being vaccinated against influenza upon commencing employment.
All qualified candidates are required to pass a background check and non-federal drug test (which excludes marijuana) post offer of employment and prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a practice management system with insurance forms and appointment scheduling preferred
Microsoft (Outlook, Word, and Excel) a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure all insurance, demographic, and eligibility information is obtained and entered into the system in an accurate manner.
Perform insurance verification process on all third party payers.
Obtain initial and subsequent pre-authorization for services and surgeries.
Re-verify benefits and obtains authorization and/or referral after treatment plan has been discussed, prior to initiation of treatment. Ensure appropriate signatures are obtained on all necessary forms.
Utilize the Summary of Patient Reimbursement and Liability form and obtains appropriate approvals as required.
Perform financial counseling process on all patients prior to treatment, which includes patient financial obligations, billing practices and establishing payment arrangements.