PAS Financial Specialist Oncology

bannerhealth; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Scottsdale, Arizona seeks a PAS Financial Specialist in Oncology to coordinate all financial aspects of cancer care. You will verify insurance, obtain authorizations, provide financial counseling, and connect patients with funding options, reducing financial burden during treatment.

This fast-paced role supports the clinical team and ensures a smooth patient experience. The position aligns with Banner Health’s commitment to excellence and patient advocacy, with training at

Qualifications

• Must have strong insurance knowledge and billing process understanding.
• Experience in verifying insurance coverage and obtaining authorizations.
• Ability to provide financial counseling and connect patients with resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized coordination of all financial aspects of care for Oncology patients.
• Verify insurance coverage and obtain necessary authorizations and notifications.
• Offer financial counseling and explain insurance and billing options to patients and families.
• Assist un‑insured patients in accessing funding resources and advocate for patient needs.

Skills

Insurance verification

Authorization management

Financial counseling

Patient advocacy

Independent judgement

Job description

Primary City/State: Scottsdale, Arizona

Department Name: Registration-Clinic

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Revenue Cycle

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We are seeking an experienced candidate with established knowledge to join the opening team at our new Scottsdale facility, anticipated to launch in early 2027. If selected, you will train at our Banner University Cancer Center until the facility's opening date, bringing your expertise and passion for excellence to help shape the foundation of this exciting new location.

As a PAS Financial Specialist in our Oncology department, you will play a vital role in supporting patients and their families through one of the most challenging times of their lives. You will serve as the primary point of contact for all financial aspects of a patient's cancer care journey, working closely with the clinical team to ensure a smooth and seamless experience from start to finish. From verifying insurance coverage and obtaining authorizations to providing financial counseling and connecting patients with alternative funding resources, your work will directly reduce the financial burden on those navigating treatment. This is a fast-paced, high-impact role that requires strong independent judgement, a deep knowledge of insurance and billing processes, and a genuine commitment to patient advocacy and service excellence.

Schedule : Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm, this position will work between our Phoenix and Sun City location until the Scottsdale clinic opens.

University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing personalized coordination, clarification and communication of all financial aspects of care continuum, including insurance and authorization verification, registration, financial counseling and claims research for Oncology. This position partners with the clinical care team to determine financial impact for the patient and serves as the primary contact for any financial questions related to a patient's care across the entire continuum of their treatment, ensuring a seamless experience for the patient and their family.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• 1. Performs pre-registration/registration processes. Partners with the clinical care team to determine initial authorizations needed based on the predicted care treatment plan. Obtains patient insurance benefit information for all aspects of the treatment, including, but not limited to, inpatient and outpatient services, prescription drugs, and travel and housing, if necessary. Assesses need for alternative coverage sources.
• 2. Verifies insurance coverage and obtains authorizations and notifications throughout the patient's treatment. Obtains all necessary signatures and documentation required by the patient's insurance plan. Accurately and completely documents all information into the patient records system to ensure maximum reimbursement. Monitors and updates information regarding insurance data, authorizations, preferred providers and changes in patient's treatment plan. Partners with the clinical care team and insurance provider to ensure continued coverage of patient's care and maximum reimbursement and minimized financial impact to the patient.
• 3. Provides financial counseling to patients and their families and serves as the primary resource throughout the patient's treatment. Discusses benefits and other financial issues with patients and/or family members during initial referral and during continuation of care. Advises patients on insurance and billing issues and options. Explains company financial policies and provides information as to available resources and avenues for alternative payment arrangements. Assists patients, families and team members in addressing insurance coverage gaps via alternative funding options.
• 4. Provides financial advocacy, assistance and support to patients and families, as needed. Assists patients who are un‑insured to access other funding resources and completes required documents. Maintains current working knowledge