Financial Counselor

Pinnacle Fertility, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

PTO

Holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Pinnacle Fertility is seeking a Financial Counselor to guide patients through financial processes, ensuring clear understanding of obligations. The role supports a multidisciplinary team and emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time position requires commuting to clinics in Chicago, Tinley Park, or Oak Brook, IL. Some remote work may be possible based on location and experience, with standard Central Time working hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1–3 years of patient-facing front desk or insurance verification experience.
• Remote work experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient accounts with updated personal, financial, and insurance details.
• Manage billing and coding processes and ensure accurate claim submissions.
• Obtain referrals, authorizations, and predeterminations.
• Verify benefits/eligibility and determine deposits.
• Review financial history, collect balances, and escalate unresolved issues.
• Submit daily charge entries for processing.
• Obtain waivers for patients without proper benefits or authorization.
• Review loan programs with patients lacking insurance benefits.
• Serve as liaison to resolve billing issues with the billing team.
• Collaborate with clinical team to communicate accurate financial obligations.
• Assist with additional administrative tasks and projects as needed.

Skills

Financial counseling

Billing

Coding

Insurance

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Pinnacle Fertility is a leader in physician-centric fertility care, supporting high-performing fertility clinics and comprehensive service providers nationwide. Guided by our mission of fulfilling dreams by building families, Pinnacle offers compassionate care, innovative technology, and comprehensive fertility treatment services to provide patients with a seamless and personalized journey to parenthood. Learn more at www.pinnaclefertility.com .

About the Role

The Financial Counselorplays a vital role in supporting patients through their fertility journey by guiding them through financial processes and ensuring a clear understanding of their financial obligations. This position is ideal for individuals who are customer service-minded, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. As a Financial Counselor, you will work closely with patients and a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate care and a seamless financial experience.

We are seeking a Financial Counselor to join our dedicated team at Pinnacle Fertility – Illinois. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position with hours from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Candidates located in Illinois must be able to commute to one of our clinic locations in Chicago, Tinley Park, or Oak Brook. Candidates residing outside of Illinois may be eligible to work remotely based on geographic location and relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain patient accounts by updating personal, financial, and insurance details.
• Monitor and manage billing and coding processes, ensuring accurate claim submissions, and compliance with regulations
• Obtain and enter referrals, authorizations, and predeterminations.
• Verify benefits/eligibility and determine procedure deposits.
• Review financial history, collect balances, and *escalate* unresolved issues.
• Submit daily charge entries for processing.
• Obtain waivers for patients without proper benefits or authorization
• Review loan programs with patients lacking insurance benefits.
• Serve as a liaison to resolve billing issues with the billing team.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to communicate accurate financial obligations.
• Assist with additional administrative tasks and projects as needed.

Position Requirements

• Education & Experience:
  • High school diploma required.
  • 1–3 years of experience in a patient-facing front desk, insurance verification, or customer service.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a fully remote capacity is preferred.
• Skills:
  • Expertise in financial counseling, billing, coding, and insurance.
  • Proficient in claims, authorizations, and collections,
  • Strong multitasking, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to discuss financial matters clearly and empathetically.
• Flexibility:
  • For remote employees, must be able to work regular hours aligned with Central Standard Time (CT).
• Hourly Rate: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour (Final offer based on experience, skills, and qualifications).
• Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additional perks include generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and a retirement savings program. Detailed information on salary and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

Diversity & Inclusivity at Pinnacle Fertility

At Pinnacle Fertility, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, abilities, and life experiences to apply.

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