Patient Financial Counselor (102325.8) FULL TIME

Patient Financial Counselor opportunity in beautiful Hamilton, Montana!! Bitterroot Health is seeking candidates to fill a Financial Counselor position in our Patient Financial Services department. The Financial Counselor is responsible for providing patients with a positive financial experience by helping patients navigate and understand insurance benefits and potential financial liability. Financial Counselors are the patient's point of contact for financial assistance questions. The Financial Counselor collects payments, sets up payment arrangements as appropriate, creates estimates, advises patients in person and over the phone on their insurance benefits and coverage, and in some cases, assesses patient referrals for appropriateness. The incumbent assists patients with eligibility for government programs, Bitterroot Health's financial assistance program, and other options for managing high medical liabilities. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School graduate or equivalent required. Associate degree in business related field highly desired, CMS' Certified Application Counselor certification preferred, and required to obtain in the first 90 days of employment. Job Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Familiarity with medical billing/collections and healthcare insurance preferred Experience: One (1) year's work experience in a physician office or hospital setting preferred. Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/weekBenefits: This position is eligible for the full-time benefit package