Patient Advocate III, Infusion

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SRMC-Sutter Roseville Med Center Position Overview: Responsible for insurance verification and eligibility, assessment of patient financial requirements, counseling patients on insurance benefits and co-payments, and obtaining preauthorization for all services. Works closely with department staff, physicians and practice staff to facilitate timely start and continuity of services. Works in conjunction with managed care and coding departments to maintain accuracy in clinical and billing information. Job Description: EDUCATION: HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 2 years of recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of chemotherapy medications and regimens and other costly injectable medications. Familiarity of medical terminology/anatomy. Verbal and written communication skills for regular contact with physicians, employees, patients and insurance personnel. Basic high school math aptitude. Organizational skills. Ability to work with others in a flexible, cooperative manner. Computer data entry skills to enter patient and authorization information. Job Shift: Days Schedule: Part Time Shift Hours: 6 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: None Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 24 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $32.61 to $40.76 / hour The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Working at Sutter Health Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.