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Greater Washington Oncology Associates is searching for a dedicated Financial Counselor to assist our patients with their financial responsibilities with compassion and care at our location in Silver Spring, MD.
American Oncology Network (AON) is an alliance of physicians and veteran healthcare leaders dedicated to ensuring the long-term success and viability of oncology diagnosis and treatment in community-based settings. It is the fastest growing national network of community oncology practices delivering local access to exceptional cancer care.
·As a national company with locations in 16 states and growing, the opportunity to join a national workforce with flexible remote work options is available. We offer competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive health insurance with a robust provider network. Our 401k, which offers a 100% match and investment options, is available to full-time and part-time staff members, and we feature a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for monitoring and collecting the financial responsibilities of our patients.
- The Financial Counselor must keep patients’ insurance benefits up to date in OncoEMR and Centricity and view the patients’ services for diagnosis and insurance coverage appropriateness.
- Also performs the daily tasks of Managed Care and Financial Counselor.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Experience working in a healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting or business office is required.
- Excellent verbal and communication skills needed.
- Insurance knowledge requirements including:
- Understanding of medical terminology
- Managed care authorization process
- ICD9 and CPT codes
- Collection experience
- Ability to calculate and collect patients’ responsibility and insurance co-pay/coinsurance
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- What hourly rate of pay are you seeking for this role?
Experience:
- Insurance verification: 3 years (Preferred)
- Authorization: 1 year (Preferred)
- medical collection: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations