Oncology Patient Financial Navigator

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training at Banner University Cancer C

Job summary

Banner Health in Scottsdale is seeking an experienced PAS Financial Specialist in Oncology to coordinate all financial aspects of cancer care, from insurance verification to billing and funding resources.

You will partner with clinicians to minimize patient financial burden, provide counseling, obtain authorizations, and help families navigate coverage across the care continuum. The role requires strong judgment, knowledge of payor types and a patient-centered service mindset.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in social work, healthcare administration or finance.
• Minimum of three years in a hospital Patient Registration/Financial Services setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance/payor types.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card may be required for certain locations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-registration, verify insurance, and obtain authorizations.
• Verify coverage, obtain authorizations and document in patient records.
• Provide financial counseling to patients and families.
• Assist patients with funding options and alternate resources.
• Lead and train financial team members as needed.
• Serve as liaison to improve account receivables and service excellence.

Skills

Insurance knowledge

Billing processes

Interpersonal skills

Financial counseling

Communication

Independent judgment

Education

Associate’s Degree in social work/healthcare administration/finance

Job description

Banner Health in Scottsdale is seeking an experienced PAS Financial Specialist in Oncology to coordinate all financial aspects of cancer care, from insurance verification to billing and funding resources.

You will partner with clinicians to minimize patient financial burden, provide counseling, obtain authorizations, and help families navigate coverage across the care continuum. The role requires strong judgment, knowledge of payor types and a patient-centered service mindset.