Patient Eligibility & Financial Support Specialist

Savista; Buena Vista (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Competitive PTO and holidays

Paid volunteer time

Learning & career development

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Savista is seeking an Eligibility Specialist 2 to help patients navigate financial assistance programs and secure coverage. You will meet with patients in person and via phone to assess eligibility for Medicaid, Medicare, disability, and charity care, guiding them through applications with empathy and accuracy.

Based at North Vista Hospital, you will collaborate with hospital staff and government agencies, handle a high caseload, and ensure timely, compliant documentation while supporting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a customer-facing role (financial counseling, healthcare, social services, or similar environments preferred).
• Basic knowledge of state and federal assistance programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security Disability.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Tech savvy with ability to efficiently manage and navigate multiple software systems, applications, and platforms simultaneously.
• Ability to explain complex information clearly and empathetically
• Comfort working in fast-paced environments with changing priorities
• Genuine care for patients’ needs and concerns with ability to establish a rapport with patients through empathetic communication.
• Dependable, solution oriented professional, who collaborates effectively with patients, hospital partners, and internal teams and colleagues
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Occasional local travel may be required based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a patient advocate, meeting with patients in-person at bedside, to assess eligibility for financial assistance programs.
• Engage patients via phone outreach to facilitate their cooperation and support the completion of required screenings and documentation.
• Guide patients through complex application processes for programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, Disability, and hospital charity care, ensuring timely submission of accurate documentation.
• Collaborate and build relationships across teams, acting as a liaison between patients, hospital staff, and government agencies to secure coverage and resolve eligibility issues.
• Manage a high case load effectively, prioritizing tasks, following up on pending applications, and meeting deadlines while also adhering to productivity and quality expectations (KPIs).
• Communicate with clarity and empathy, explaining financial responsibilities and assistance options in ways that patients can understand.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
• Use multiple systems and tools to document, track, and report on patient information.
• Support operational needs, including providing limited staffing coverage at nearby hospital locations as needed.
• Complete special projects, as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Savista is seeking an Eligibility Specialist 2 to help patients navigate financial assistance programs and secure coverage. You will meet with patients in person and via phone to assess eligibility for Medicaid, Medicare, disability, and charity care, guiding them through applications with empathy and accuracy.

Based at North Vista Hospital, you will collaborate with hospital staff and government agencies, handle a high caseload, and ensure timely, compliant documentation while supporting