Entry-Level Patient Financial Advocate

Community Health Systems; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Victoria, Texas is seeking a Financial Counselor I to support patient access and revenue cycle operations. This role involves verifying insurance coverage, securing financial arrangements, and coordinating patient account management.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of healthcare billing processes and have strong communication skills. This position offers full-time hours with a daytime shift and requires a High School diploma.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in healthcare registration, billing, collections, or a related field required.
• 2-4 years of experience in financial counseling or insurance verification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establishes payment arrangements with patients per departmental policies.
• Completes financial assistance applications and follows up on documentation.
• Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits.
• Responds to patient inquiries regarding account balances and billing concerns.
• Maintains account documentation and records communications.

Skills

Knowledge of healthcare billing and insurance verification processes

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

High School Graduate

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Job description

Community Health Systems in Victoria, Texas is seeking a Financial Counselor I to support patient access and revenue cycle operations. This role involves verifying insurance coverage, securing financial arrangements, and coordinating patient account management.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of healthcare billing processes and have strong communication skills. This position offers full-time hours with a daytime shift and requires a High School diploma.