Financial Counselor

Newton, MA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 19 - 27

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary
Responsible for counseling patients or parties responsible for payment. Also educates patients on their responsibilities and potential options ensuring accuracy while compassionately explaining to the patients their financial obligations during the financial counseling addition must obtain any necessary pre-certifications or authorizations and assist with any financing or third-party applications.

Does this position require Patient Care
No

Essential Functions
-Provides warm and friendly greetings to patient and their families/visitors upon interaction and educates patient regarding financial assistance programs

-Assists patients in obtaining financial assistance (i.e. Medicaid drug replacement) outside assistance (i.e. transportation or other community services) and ensures appropriate forms completion.

-Provide information to patients on costs payment methods and alternatives to payments/financial assistance.

-Ensures all insurance demographic and eligibility information is obtained and entered into the system in an accurate manner.

-Review the patients services for diagnosis ensures appropriate insurance coverage and may obtain necessary authorizations.

-Maintains empathy and professionalism in registration interviews and while providing regulatory information and notices.

Qualifications

EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associates Degree Financial Management preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degreeNoLicenses and CredentialsExperiencemedical office experience 1-2 years preferred and Financial counseling 1-2 years preferred andKnowledge Skills and Abilities- Strong problem solving and analytical skills and proactive initiative. - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. - Ability to maintain confidentiality. - Strong communication and customer service skills. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office. - Strong understanding of medical terminology as well as ICD-9 and CPT codes.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Occasionally (3-33%)

Walking Occasionally (3-33%)

Sitting Constantly (67-100%)

Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.42 - $27.74/Hourly

Grade

At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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