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Job Title
Financial Navigator/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE51429
Working Title
Financial Navigator
Department Name
H4027: REV Cycle MGT-PFE
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
09
Salary Range
$43,680-71,323/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Must obtain the KYnector certification within a year of hire.
Physical Requirements
Position requires walking to the patient’s room 60% or more of the time, carrying up to 10lbs—the ability to handle the sights, sounds, and environment of the hospital setting.
Shift
Monday through Friday; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Job Summary
The Financial Navigator is responsible for comprehensive, culturally-competent, patient financial management and advocacy. The Navigator conducts patient financial navigation and patient fiscal needs assessments and provides patient financial education. They will work closely with patients and their caregivers, physicians, nurses, social workers, and other co-workers to determine and execute the most appropriate fiscal solutions. The Navigator will provide analytical and operational support for relevant patient financial-related activities that may include, but are not limited to, billing and payment processes, analysis and strategy to avoid patient financial toxicity, Federal and State assistance application processes, research or grant enrollment processes, and drug replacement and/or copayment services. Position is on campus and not subject to any remote work.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, as well as demonstrated cultural sensitivity. Must obtain kynector certification within two weeks of hire date.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate’s degree and 3 years of relevant healthcare financial assistance experience. Previous experience as a kynector is a must.
Deadline To Apply
11/30/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Financial Navigator/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE51429
Working Title
Financial Navigator
Department Name
H4027: REV Cycle MGT-PFE
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
09
Salary Range
$43,680-71,323/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Must obtain the KYnector certification within a year of hire.
Physical Requirements
Position requires walking to the patient’s room 60% or more of the time, carrying up to 10lbs—the ability to handle the sights, sounds, and environment of the hospital setting.
Shift
Monday through Friday; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Job Summary
The Financial Navigator is responsible for comprehensive, culturally-competent, patient financial management and advocacy. The Navigator conducts patient financial navigation and patient fiscal needs assessments and provides patient financial education. They will work closely with patients and their caregivers, physicians, nurses, social workers, and other co-workers to determine and execute the most appropriate fiscal solutions. The Navigator will provide analytical and operational support for relevant patient financial-related activities that may include, but are not limited to, billing and payment processes, analysis and strategy to avoid patient financial toxicity, Federal and State assistance application processes, research or grant enrollment processes, and drug replacement and/or copayment services. Position is on campus and not subject to any remote work.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, as well as demonstrated cultural sensitivity. Must obtain kynector certification within two weeks of hire date.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate’s degree and 3 years of relevant healthcare financial assistance experience. Previous experience as a kynector is a must.
Deadline To Apply
11/30/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Salary : $43,680 - $71,323