Financial Counselor

RWJBarnabas Health; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 31,739 - 42,333; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Community and Volunteer Opportunities

Discounts on Partner Services

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Financial Counselor in Long Branch, NJ to support patients' financial coverage for hospital services. You will play a vital role in educating patients about insurance, financial responsibility, and assistance programs while advocating for them within the healthcare system.

This role offers opportunities at various locations with a range of scheduling options, emphasizing patient-centered service and collaboration across departments to enhance account resolution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in hospital billing, accounting, or healthcare financial experience.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, Charity Care, and insurance regulations.
• Computer proficiency and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits for patients.
• Create financial estimates and collect payments.
• Educate patients on financial responsibility and coverage options.
• Collaborate with clinical staff for discharge funding.

Skills

Insurance verification

Patient advocacy

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Bilingual (English/Spanish/Arabic/Creole/Portuguese)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Req #: 0000254888

Category: Revenue Cycle and Patient Access

Status: Full-Time Day Shift

Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Department: Patient Financial Services

Pay Range: $23.04 - $30.73 per hour

Location: 300 SECOND AVE, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Job Summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Financial Counselor to support patients and families by ensuring financial coverage is cleared for hospital services. This role plays a critical part in the revenue cycle, helping patients understand insurance benefits, financial responsibility, and available assistance programs such as Medicaid and Charity Care. The Financial Counselor serves as a patient advocate, working collaboratively with clinical, social work, and case management teams to support access to care while driving timely account resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits to ensure financial clearance prior to or during care
• Identify appropriate payment sources, including commercial insurance, Medicaid, Charity Care, and self-pay
• Screen patients for eligibility programs and submit applications timely for approval
• Create financial estimates and collect point-of-service payments when appropriate
• Educate patients and families on financial responsibility, coverage options, and available resources
• Act as a patient advocate, addressing concerns related to billing, access to care, and service quality
• Collaborate with social workers and case management to support funding for discharge planning
• Ensure accurate and timely account updates related to Medicaid, Charity Care, or commercial coverage
• Research and resolve issues that may delay payment or account resolution
• Support quality, productivity, and collection goals while maintaining patient-centered service
• Partner across the revenue cycle and hospital departments to facilitate efficient account resolution

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required (or completion within one year of hire)
• Minimum 4 years of hospital billing, accounting, or related healthcare financial experience
• Knowledge of Medicaid, Charity Care, uncompensated care, and insurance regulations
• Familiarity with medical terminology and insurance verification preferred
• Prior experience in hospital admissions or patient financial services preferred
• Strong attention to detail and computer proficiency
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual skills: English/Spanish/Arabic/Creole or Portuguese

Scheduling Requirements

• Full-time (37.5 hour work weeks)
• Various Locations: Monmouth Medical Center – Long Branch, NJ; Monmouth Medical Center South – Lakewood, NJ; Community Medical Center – Toms River, NJ
• Various Schedules Available: 8-4, 9-5, 10-6
• Rotating holidays & weekends required

Work Environment

• Hospital-based, patient-facing role
• Regular interaction with patients, families, visitors, clinical staff, and hospital departments

Benefits

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition ReimbursementStudent Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered will depend on educational background, skills and professional experience.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer