Financial Assistance Advisor

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Education benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) in Piscataway, NJ seeks a Financial Assistance Advisor to manage admitting processes for inpatient and outpatient programs. You will collect demographics, financial data, and verify insurance to support patient care and billing.

Responsibilities include interviewing patients, obtaining required forms, communicating benefits details, and coordinating with insurers. On-site work is required with standard 35-hour weeks and full-time status.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in general office/clerical work emphasizing insurance eligibility verification and admitting processes.
• Excellent communication skills and computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and relatives and assists in completing forms.
• Obtains demographic and financial information prior to treatment.
• Responds to patient and clinician inquiries related to benefits and billing regulations.
• Liaises with insurance representatives as needed.

Skills

Insurance eligibility

Customer service

Data entry

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Financial Assistance Advisor

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing

Department: UBHC - OP Registration

Overview: Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Financial Assistance Advisor for the Finance - Admitting Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the Financial Assistance Advisor is to be responsible for the admitting process for the inpatient, partial hospitalization and outpatient programs located on UBHC's main campus.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Interviews the patient and/or relatives and assists in the completion of all required forms.
• Obtains necessary demographic and financial information prior to treatment.
• Requests information via written correspondence and telephone inquiries.
• Records data such as income verification and makes copies of relevant income information.
• Responds to patient and clinician inquires related to benefits, registration procedures and billing regulations.
• Demonstrates ability to interact with insurance representatives when the need arises to communicate via telephone in a professional manner.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

192

Salary Details

Minimum Salary: 29.670

Mid Range Salary: 30.170

Maximum Salary: 31.080

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Standard Hours

35.00

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

PERS

Qualifications

• Minimum Education and Experience: Three (3) years of experience in general office/clerical experience, two (2) years of which should be in insurance eligibility verification and admitting process.
• Certifications/Licenses: (none)
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have working knowledge of various insurance plans. Must possess excellent communication skills and computer proficiency.
• Preferred Qualifications: (none)

Physical Demands

Frequent prolonged sitting. Ability to speak clearly. Hearing is essential. Lifting up to 20lbs. Extensive reading is required.

Work Environment

Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic.)

Special Conditions

(none)

Posting Details

• Posting Number: 26ST1649
• Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
• Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS)
• City: Piscataway
• State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement