Counselor-Financial

Sutter Health

Oakland, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$39.32–$45.28 Per Hour

LOCATION

Oakland, CA

POSTED

26 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

ABSMC-Alta Bates Summit Med Center

Position Overview:

Provides financial counseling to patients and their families. Asists with insurance verification and eligibility, assessment of patient financial requirements and insurance policies, and obtaining preauthorization for all services. Ensures that all patient issues regarding insurance claims and cost of care are handled properly. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent job performance, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Collections of financial responsibility. Collaborates with ancillary departments.

Job Description :

EDUCATION:

+ _Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._

+ HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

+ 1 year of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

+ Knowledge of patient accounting functions, billing, and insurance or other third-party coverage.

+ Knowledge of insurance and medical terminology.

+ Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

+ Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

+ Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

+ Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

+ Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

+ Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

+ Ensure the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).

+ Build collaborates relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend

Benefits:

No

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $39.32 to $45.28 / hour

_The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package._

About the Company

Sutter Health

Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.

We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.

Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Professional Development, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance

FOUNDED

1921

WEBSITE

https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/

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