What are the responsibilities and job description for the FINANCIAL COUNSELOR/UPFRONT COLLECTOR position at UHS?
Located in Meridian, Mississippi, Alliance Health Center is a 154-bed acute care psychiatric and chemical dependency hospital. The facility offers treatment programs for adults and adolescents and has a unique program track specifically for seniors. The Alliance campus is also home to The Crossings, a 60-bed residential treatment facility for adolescents.
For over 40 years, Alliance has been dedicated to serving individuals with acute mental and behavioral health disorders and addiction issues across the state of Mississippi and Alabama. Specific programs are provided for patients according to their diagnosis and age. As a Registered Nurse (RN) you would be a part of our team of professionals working to provide the best care possible. Our behavioral health programs are offered to all ages from adolescents to seniors. Detoxification, dual diagnosis and New Leaf Recovery are offered to individuals ages 18 and up. We have a full spectrum of addiction services, from detoxification to our 30 day New Leaf Recovery program. We also offer dual diagnosis programming for those with mental illness and substance abuse.
We are seeking a Financial Counselor/Upfront Collector for our fast-paced Business Office.
Financial Counselor’s primary responsibility is to meet with all patients admitted into the facility, concerning financial out of pocket and deductibles due at the time of admissions, Along with the ability to verify patient hospital benefits with all insurance companies, collect all copays/deductibles from patients face to face at the time of admission.
Complete financial assistance applications with supporting financial data, Establish monthly payment plans on accounts, Review monthly charity applications with CFO, Maintain notes in hospital system, ongoing communication and provide updates with the billing department and social workers concerning patient’s hospital accounts. Resolve escalated calls empathetically and professionally.
This position reports directly to Business Office Director.
As a Financial Counselor with Alliance Health Center you are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package including:
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
Generous Paid Time Off
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required, in Finance or Business.
Prefer 3 years of collection and healthcare experience strongly preferred.
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