Financial Counselor

Tampa Family Health Centers; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO and Holidays

401(k) with employer contribution

EAP

Job summary

Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC) is seeking a Financial Counselor in Tampa, FL to determine insurance eligibility, perform financial screenings, and guide patients through payment options. The role collaborates with front office, clinical, and support teams to improve access to care and maintain compliance.

The Financial Counselor will help patients navigate billing, assist with payment plans, and ensure documentation is handled in a HIPAA-compliant manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in healthcare financial counseling, insurance verification, or patient access preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for insurance coverage and verify income eligibility.
• Complete financial re-screens and update demographics and pay categories in the system.
• Review uninsured patients and establish appropriate payment plans.
• Obtain insurance authorizations and coordinate with registration staff.
• Provide patients with required financial documentation and correspondence.
• Ensure sliding fee scale patients complete required acknowledgements.
• Coordinate emergency visit authorizations as needed.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect patient confidentiality.
• Support front office operations during slower periods.
• Recall patients for required screenings based on pay plan guidelines.
• Participate in team meetings and support TFHC’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Attention to detail

Discretion

Fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Organization: Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC)

Financial Counselor

Location: Tampa, Florida

Organization: Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC)

About Tampa Family Health Centers

At Tampa Family Health Centers, healthcare is more than a service, it is our mission. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide quality, caring, and accessible healthcare to a culturally diverse community across Hillsborough County.

Our team is built on compassion, innovation, and a commitment to positive change. Joining TFHC means becoming part of a mission-driven organization where your work directly supports patient-centered care and expands access to those who need it most.

Position Summary

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a Financial Counselor to join our team. This role plays a key part in ensuring patients have access to affordable care by determining insurance eligibility, completing financial screenings, and guiding patients through payment options.

The Financial Counselor partners closely with front office, clinical, and support teams to maintain compliance, improve access to care, and support a seamless patient experience.

Essential Responsibilities

• Screen patients for insurance coverage and verify income eligibility
• Complete financial re-screens and update demographics and pay categories in the system
• Review uninsured patients and establish appropriate payment plans and expiration dates
• Obtain insurance authorizations and coordinate with registration staff
• Provide patients with required financial documentation and correspondence
• Ensure sliding fee scale patients complete required acknowledgements
• Coordinate emergency visit authorizations as needed
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards
• Support front office operations as needed during slower periods
• Recall patients for required screenings based on pay plan guidelines
• Participate in team meetings and support TFHC's Mission, Vision, and Values
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience in healthcare financial counseling, insurance verification, or patient access preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and basic computer systems
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment

Benefits & Rewards

TFHC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Disability, and AD&D Insurance
• Generous PTO and 7 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with employer contribution after one year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Pet Insurance

Why Join TFHC?

At TFHC, you will be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to removing barriers to care. Your work will directly support patients in accessing the healthcare services they need, making a meaningful impact in the community every day.

Please note that the employee's initial training schedule may differ from the regular schedule of the position. All new hires, including part-time employees, must be available for up to 40 hours of in-person, on-site training during their first week. Additional mandatory training may continue for approximately two to three weeks, depending on the position and training requirements. Training may take place at a TFHC location other than the employee's assigned work location.