Patient Financial Navigator

Skaggs Community Hospital Association; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a dedicated Patient Financial Navigator to help uninsured or under-insured patients access financial resources and government programs. The role requires evaluating financial situations, verifying insurance coverage, and guiding patients through enrollment processes while maintaining confidentiality and dignity.

The PFN works closely with Patient Financial Services and Care Management to maximize cash flow and ensure accurate patient liability, delivering compassionate

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: one year of advanced education or training.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families in accessing financial resources.
• Determine eligibility for financial assistance and government programs.
• Liaise with Patient Financial Services and Care Management to ensure maximum reimbursement and patient advocacy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of advanced education or training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Facility

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department

1844 Patient Access- Financial Navigation

Working Hours

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times.
• Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description

The Patient Financial Navigator (PFN) assists patients and/or families in accessing a variety of financial resources by evaluating the financial situation of uninsured or under-insured patients in accordance with regulatory compliance while maintaining patient confidentiality and dignity. The Patient Financial Navigator determines eligibility for financial assistance or any available payer/assistance source and provides necessary assistance to enroll in available government programs or other assistance. The PFN answers questions of patients and family members regarding their insurance, verifying insurance coverage and eligibility, provides estimates of financial responsibility. The PFN liaisons with Patient Financial Services and the Care Management team to ensure maximum cash flow and reimbursement for the hospitals and acts as an advocate for the patient in resolving patient liability.

Education

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: One year of advanced education or special training

Experience

• Required: 1-2 years customer service experience, preferably in healthcare or insurance industry

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate the ability to utilize skills to inspire teamwork, quality, accountability, and ownership among the team
• Able to work effectively independently and collaboratively with a team
• Self-starter
• Critical thinking skills required
• Proficient in using computers and computer systems including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to multi-task and have attention to detail
• Familiar with the insurance industry and collection process

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: Within 90 Days of hire, employee must obtain their Certified Application Counselor (CAC)
• Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) preferred