Financial Counselor

South Sound Behavioral Hospital; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-site cafeteria

Parking

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition

Job summary

South Sound Behavioral Hospital in Lacey, WA seeks a Financial Counselor to verify benefits and eligibility on admission inquiries and to prepare admission folders. The role includes collecting co-pays and deductibles, assisting with payment plans, and coordinating with utilization review and discharge planning to reduce non-payment risk.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in admissions and collections, knowledge of managed care, and proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience with verification of benefits and eligibility is required.
• Ability to interpret insurance coverage plans and payment plans.
• Proficiency with computer software (Excel) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify benefits and eligibility on admission inquiries.
• Prepare admission folders and collect co-pays/deductibles.
• Assist in establishing timely payment plans with patients.
• Coordinate with utilization review and discharge planning to limit non-payment risk.
• Provide ongoing patient benefit information and assist with discharge procedures.
• Coordinate financial arrangements with collection personnel.

Skills

Excel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

# Financial CounselorHot JobSouth Sound Behavioral Hospital - Lacey, WA 98503## OverviewSalary Range$23.00 - $26.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftEvening/Overnight## Position SummaryJOIN OUR TEAM AS A FINCANCIAL COUNSELOR!Monthly Bonus Opportunity!FulltimeSwingshift**Your Work Matters** *How will you make a difference?*Are you an experienced and detail-oriented Financial Counselor ready to take on a pivotal role in ensuring the verification of benefits and eligibility on admission inquiries, preparing admission folders, collecting co-pays/deductibles from patients? Join our team at **South Sound Behavioral Hospital**!In this position, you will accurately verify benefits and eligibility on admission inquiries, preparing admission folders, collecting co-pays/deductibles from patients, assisting with establishing effective and timely payment plans, coordinating with utilization review and discharge planning efforts to limit risk of non-payment, providing ongoing patient benefit information, participating in patient discharge procedures, and coordinating financial arrangements with collection personnel. **Your Experience Matters** *What we’re looking for:** ***Education & Licensure:*** High School graduate or equivalent required* ***Experience:*** A minimum of one (1) years’ experience in admission processes and collections procedures, and a working knowledge of managed care; interpretation of insurance coverage plans, co-payments and deductible schedules and payment plans; and a working knowledge of computers and business software programs (Excel) preferred.* ***Additional Requirements:*** May be required to work occasional overtime and flexible hours.**Your Care Matters** *What we provide for our team:** 401(k) + matching* **100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary*** Health insurance* Vision insurance* Dental insurance* **100% company-paid long term disability insurance*** Paid time off* Paid holidays* Cafeteria on site* Employee engagement events* Employee assistance program* Employee recognition program* Free parking*Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital.***Compensation:**This is a full-time position and the expected compensation range is $23.00 - $26.00 hourly + **monthly bonus opportunity**. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Financial Counselor!## About SSBH**Get to know us** *Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service*Welcome to South Sound Behavioral Hospital (SSBH), where passion meets purpose in the realm of mental health and substance use disorder treatment.Our 138-bed facility located in Lacey, WA, SSBH is the newest behavioral health facility in the area equipped with cutting-edge safety features to ensure a secure and supportive environment for both our employees and our patients. At SSBH, our expert team, including licensed psychiatrists, compassionate nurses, skilled therapists, and adept technicians, is united by a singular commitment — *to deliver exceptional care to every individual, regardless of their financial circumstances*. We offer specialized programs to create a haven for patients to embark on their healing journey in utmost comfort.Join us in our transformative mission to redefine mental healthcare through person-centered care. Here, your unique skills and boundless compassion have the power to make a profound impact on the lives of those in need. If you are ready to contribute to a community that values excellence and empathy, seize this opportunity to apply and become a catalyst for positive change at **South Sound Behavioral Hospital.**