SR Financial Counselor / Patient Access / FT / Day

UHS • Amarillo, TX

97d

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495-bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers Position: Sr. Financial Counselor Position Summary: The employee assumes responsibility and accountability of assisting and providing coverage in various staff positions related to functions of admission/registration/discharge of patients. The person in this position also orders supplies and maintains supply level for all Admitting areas. Monitors the timely flow of tubal consent forms obtained for Medicaid patients. Hours and days fluctuate according to coverage needed. This position supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards to all customer groups.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum one-year job related experience recommended
• Health care background and computer experience desirable
• Recommend moderate to intense concentration and attention to detail
• Multi-Task oriented
• Typing skills

Responsibilities

• Utilize the appropriate skills in accepting responsibilities of assignments while exhibiting teamwork techniques and effective communications which contribute to the overall operation of the Department.
• Understands, participates in, and contributes to quality improvement process for the Department and Institution.
• Applies appropriate policies and procedures, as set forth by the Department of Business Systems for the purpose of assessing and communicating patient needs, from pre-admission through dismissal.
• Obtains insurance, financial and medical information, and any forms or screenings and applications necessary to secure payment.
• Maintains supply levels for the Admitting area and monitors the flow of tubal consent forms for proper billing purposes.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability of assisting and providing coverage in various admitting staff positions.
• Cross-train to other job duties as deemed appropriate by Supervisor/Director.
• Accept additional duties as assigned.
• Assumes responsibility for position’s impact on the departmental budget as it relates to the overall functioning of the organization.

Benefits

• Retention Bonus Program if offered.
• Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
• 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
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees