Financial Counselor - Admissions & Registration

We are recruiting for a motivated Financial Counselor - Admissions & Registration to join our team! We are here for lifes journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Admissions & Registration Scvs Job Summary Under general supervision, protects the financial standing of the hospital by making financial arrangements for patients without insurance or with inadequate insurance coverage. Collects required deposits from patients and guardians. Assists patients in obtaining financial sponsorship from outside agencies and charitable programs when financial need is indicated. Coordinates acceptable payment plans with Patient Accounting and Physician Billing Essential Functions: Interviews self pay and discount program patients to determine financial ability. (15%) Interacts with patients regarding problem situations such as legal action, motor vehicle related accounts, identity questions, insurance coverage and prior bad debt accounts. (15%) Negotiates payment arrangements and follow-up collections. (15%) Collects co-payments, point-of-service payments and other payments, issue receipts and balances cash drawers. (15%) Generates financial assessment reports for Patient Access Director. (15%) Provides customer service to patients and co-workers. (5%) Documents or updates patient demographic information. (5%) Gathers statistical data. (5%) Counsels patients who cannot pay and/or refers to appropriate agency for assistance. (5%) Reviews prior outstanding balances and collects co-pays and deposits (5%) Promotes positive interpersonal (customer) relationships with fellow employees, physicians, patients and visitors. Treats these individuals with courtesy, dignity, empathy and respect; consistently displays courteous and respectful verbal and non-verbal communications. (0%) Adheres to, complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and values of Denver Health. Supports and adheres to the Denver Health Dozen. (0%) Ensures confidentiality of patient information by creating and maintaining a secure and trusting environment by not sharing information learned on the job, except when necessary in the performance of the job responsibilities or to improve a patients care. (0%) Has regular and predictable attendance. (0%) Education: No High School Diploma and/or No GED required Work Experience: Typically, two years in a hospital/medical office setting preferred Relevant experience in a customer-service business, with the ability to relate to a diverse patient population Licenses: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Bilingual skills are preferred. Knowledge of PC applications (Windows) with an emphasis on Excel and/or healthcare applications. Ability to complete 25 wpm typing. Ability to prioritize and perform a multitude of duties is required. Excellent telephone skills and critical analytical thinking skills, with an emphasis on customer service. Shift Varies (United States of America) Work Type Regular Salary $20.40 - $28.56 / hr Benefits Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer Our Values Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denvers 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation. As Colorados primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. Denver Health was founded as City Hospital in 1860 to serve the health care needs of the rapidly developing city of Denver. Since then, we have grown alongside the community to become a complete health care system, proudly providing care for all residents -- at every point in their lives. We believe healthy people are the foundation of a vibrant community, and Denver Health has been treating and healing the people of Denver for more than 160 years. Today, Denver Health delivers preventive, primary and acute care services. We are committed to making our community a healthy place to live, work and raise a family. Youll see that commitment in the programs we offer, through the care we provide and in our determination to achieve continuous improvement so our community always has the best care available. As a comprehensive, integrated organization, we provide hospital and emergency care to the public, regardless of ability to pay. This integration promotes continuity of care for each patient and assures health care that is delivered in the most efficient, cost-effective setting. We care for: thirty-three percent of Denver's population annually; Denver Health sees nearly 1,200,000 total patient visits annually. one in three Denver-area children each year. the needs of special populations such as the poor, uninsured, pregnant teens, persons addicted to alcohol and other substances, victims of violence and the homeless. As Colorado's primary safety-net institution, Denver Health has provided uncompensated care and serves as a model for other safety net institutions across the nation.