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Trinity Health · Ann Arbor, MI

Financial Counselor Specialist, Patient Access

TypeFull time
Schedule40 hrs/wk · Days
Experience2-3 yrs
EducationHS diploma
PostedOct 19
✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓Obtain National certification in HFMA CRCR and/or NAHAM CHAA required within one (1) year of hire.
Education
✓High school diploma or GED.
Qualifications
✓Minimum two (2) to three (3) years experience working in Patient Access or Patient Accounting for hospital registration and / or hospital reimbursement services
✓Understanding of basic billing and coding.
Epic experience preferred.
Knowledge of federal or state government agencies including but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, VA or Charity Care programs, or patient management and healthcare accounts receivable within the healthcare revenue cycle preferred.
+Benefits
Medical, dental and visionBenefits from day onePaid time offTuition assistanceRetirement planLife and disability insurance
Trinity Health
Nonprofit · Livonia, MI · 107 hospitals · 17 states
5,863open roles
11behavioral health roles open in MI
33 miAnn Arbor to Detroit
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓Obtain National certification in HFMA CRCR and/or NAHAM CHAA required within one (1) year of hire.
Education
✓High school diploma or GED.
Qualifications
✓Minimum two (2) to three (3) years experience working in Patient Access or Patient Accounting for hospital registration and / or hospital reimbursement services
✓Understanding of basic billing and coding.
Epic experience preferred.
Knowledge of federal or state government agencies including but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, VA or Charity Care programs, or patient management and healthcare accounts receivable within the healthcare revenue cycle preferred.
+Benefits
Medical, dental and visionBenefits from day onePaid time offTuition assistanceRetirement planLife and disability insurance
Trinity Health
Nonprofit · Livonia, MI · 107 hospitals · 17 states
5,863open roles
11behavioral health roles open in MI
33 miAnn Arbor to Detroit
Want the next behavioral health job in Michigan by email?
Weekly, free, unsubscribe with one click.

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Status: Full Time 40 hours per week Minimum rate of

$19.45 Note: This is a hybrid opportunity, you must be able to commute to the Trinity Ann Arbor campus as needed Total Rewards and

Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective on Day One! No waiting periods. Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions Colleague Referral Program to earn cash Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country Tuition Reimbursement Position Purpose : Financial advocate for the patient and a liaison between Revenue Site Operations (RSO) and Patient Financial Services (PFS).

Determines liability on patient accounts and works with patients or their representatives to provide financial assistance or secure payment.

High school diploma or GED. Minimum two (2) to three (3) years experience working in Patient Access or Patient Accounting for hospital registration and / or hospital reimbursement services Obtain National certification in HFMA CRCR and/or NAHAM CHAA required within one (1) year of hire. Understanding of basic billing and coding.

Additional Qualifications (nice to have) Epic experience preferred. Knowledge of federal or state government agencies including but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, VA or Charity Care programs, or patient management and healthcare accounts receivable within the healthcare revenue cycle preferred.

Counsels patient on cost of treatment, insurance benefits, resources for payment and financial assistance. Secures and documents payment arrangements. Assists patients in financing, payment plans, financial assistance and all financial options through the organization.

Audits bills for accuracy & edits for front-end inaccuracies to increase collections and decrease write-offs. Works closely with RSO and division leadership to improve collections. Experience in the Medicaid Application process.

Working Conditions : Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity. Occasional Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted. Occasional Use upper & lower extremities, engage in bending / stooping / reaching & pushing / pulling.

Frequent Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions. Continuous Encounter worksites (e.g., patient homes) or travel to worksites that may have variable internal & external environmental conditions. Occasional Perform work that involves physical efforts (e.g., transporting, moving, positioning & / or ambulating patients).

Occasional 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.

About the role

Counsels patient on cost of treatment, insurance benefits, resources for payment and financial assistance. Secures and documents payment arrangements.