Financial Counselor, ED- Full Time - St. Mary Medical Center

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: St. Mary Medical Center, a member of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is looking for a Financial Counselor to join our ED team! Employment Type: Full Time Shift: 40hrs/wk Monday-Friday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with rotating weekends, weekend and holiday rotations required. Per Department needs. Job Description Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for insurance verification and eligibility, assessment of patient financial requirements, counseling patients on insurance benefits and co-payments. Benefit verification: Reviewing insurance plans to determine patient eligibility and coverage for upcoming treatments. Financial assistance applications: Assisting patients in completing financial aid applications and necessary paperwork to qualify for assistance programs. Payment plan creation: Setting up customized payment plans for patients with high out-of-pocket costs. Prior authorization management: Obtaining necessary prior authorizations from insurance companies for specific procedures. Debt collection follow-up: Contacting patients with outstanding balances to discuss payment options and manage collections process. Requirements: HS diploma or equivalency. Associate degree (Preferred). Minimum 2-4yrs of related experience in insurance verification and medical office/hospital customer service. National certification in HFMA CRCR or NAHAM CHAA required within one (1) year of hire. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage Retirement Savings Program Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking And more! Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.