AHCCCS Specialist- Tempe

Auroraarizona; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Behavioral Health-Tempe is seeking an AHCCCS Specialist / Financial Counselor to support patients and families from admission through discharge in our inpatient unit.

Responsibilities include meeting with patients on the unit, submitting AHCCCS applications, and coordinating with clinical teams to ensure timely eligibility determinations and access to care.

Qualifications

• AHCCCS eligibility and application processes experience preferred.
• Previous financial counseling or hospital admissions experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple cases concurrently.
• Inpatient behavioral health setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients on inpatient units to assess insurance and financial needs.
• Complete and submit AHCCCS applications and supporting documents.
• Follow applications throughout hospitalization until final determination.
• Coordinate with patients, families, case management, admissions, and clinical staff.
• Assist uninsured or underinsured patients with resources and coverage options.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation within hospital systems.
• Verify benefits, eligibility, and insurance information.
• Provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced behavioral health setting.

Skills

AHCCCS eligibility

Financial counseling

Healthcare admissions

Behavioral health

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

AHCCCS Specialist

Aurora Behavioral Health-Tempe 6350 S. Maple Ave Tempe AZ 85283

Full-Time | Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospital

Aurora Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented, and motivated AHCCCS Specialist / Financial Counselor to join our inpatient team. This position plays a vital role in supporting patients and families throughout their hospitalization by assisting with AHCCCS eligibility, applications, and financial counseling from admission through discharge.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working directly on inpatient units, communicating with patients, collaborating with clinical teams, and managing the full AHCCCS application and follow-up process from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients directly on inpatient units to assess insurance and financial needs
• Complete and submit AHCCCS applications and supporting documentation
• Follow applications throughout the entire hospitalization process until determination is finalized
• Maintain communication with patients, families, case management, admissions, and clinical staff regarding eligibility status
• Assist uninsured or underinsured patients with financial resources and coverage options
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation within hospital systems
• Verify benefits, eligibility, and insurance information
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and hospital policies
• Provide excellent customer service while working with behavioral health patients in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Experience with AHCCCS eligibility and application processes preferred
• Previous financial counseling, healthcare admissions, behavioral health, or hospital experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and manage follow-through on multiple cases simultaneously
• Comfortable working within an inpatient psychiatric hospital setting
• Knowledge of insurance verification and healthcare coverage processes preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional healthcare or insurance experience preferred

What We’re Looking For

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach
• Strong follow-up and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail

Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and families during critical moments of care.

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