Patient Benefit Coordinator at Cherokee Nation

Tahlequah, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Eligibility Screenings, Patient Counseling, Insurance Benefits, Financial Assessment, Liaison Skills, Spreadsheet Software, Word Processing Software, Driving License, ACA Marketplace Certification, OHCA Enrollments, Sanction Compliance

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Overview Responsible for conducting eligibility screenings, assessment of patient financial requirements, and counseling patients on insurance benefits and co-payments. Identifies patients who are eligible for alternative resources and serves as a liaison between the patient, hospital, and governmental agencies. Qualifications EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT Associate's degree from a 2-year college or technical school in Social Services or Health-related field; or three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. May include two years or more of undergraduate college coursework. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS An additional one (1) year of experience in a related field. COMPUTER SKILLS An individual should know Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating. Must obtain ACA Marketplace CSC Certification within one (1) year of hire and maintain throughout employment. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS Employee must not and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG’s Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA’s List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG’s List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Must demonstrate proficiency in OHCA Enrollments within three (3) months of hire. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Responsibilities

The Patient Benefit Coordinator is responsible for conducting eligibility screenings and assessing patient financial requirements. They also counsel patients on insurance benefits and serve as a liaison between patients, hospitals, and governmental agencies.