Weekend Part-Time Medicaid Eligibility Navigator

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

401(k) plan with match

Education support

Additional benefits

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a part-time Medicaid Eligibility Advocate for weekend shifts (10:00 AM – 7:30 PM). The role involves screening patients for insurance coverage, assisting with applications, and liaising with hospital and government agencies to ensure timely eligibility processing.

The position requires an associate’s degree (or equivalent), and at least one year in a related role, preferably in healthcare. Field visits may be required with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum one-year related experience preferred, preferably in healthcare.
• Relevant education may substitute experience.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients for existing insurance coverage, federal and state assistance programs, or hospital charity applications.
• Re-verifies benefits and obtains authorization and/or referral after treatment plan has been discussed, prior to initiation of treatment.
• Ensures signatures are obtained on all necessary forms.
• Obtain legally relevant medical evidence, physician statements and all other documentation required for eligibility determination.
• Complete and file applications. Initiate and maintain proper follow-up with patient and government agency caseworkers.
• Ensure all insurance, demographic and eligibility information is obtained and entered into the system accurately. Document progress notes to the patient’s file and hospital computer system.
• Participates in ongoing training programs as required.
• Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the office; covers and assists with other office functions as requested.
• Will be required to make field visits as necessary and will need reliable personal transportation readily available.

Skills

Eligibility screening

Communication skills

Counseling patients

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Relevant education may substitute experience

Job description

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a part-time Medicaid Eligibility Advocate for weekend shifts (10:00 AM – 7:30 PM). The role involves screening patients for insurance coverage, assisting with applications, and liaising with hospital and government agencies to ensure timely eligibility processing.

The position requires an associate’s degree (or equivalent), and at least one year in a related role, preferably in healthcare. Field visits may be required with reliable transportation.