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Financial Counselor - Mount Kisco, NY

Optum

Mount Kisco, NY
3 days ago
$16.88 - $33.22

Job Description

Join Optum as a Financial Counselor in Mount Kisco, NY, where you'll play a vital role in guiding patients through their financial obligations while working in a collaborative and supportive environment aimed at improving healthcare for everyone. Enjoy a fulfilling career with the resources and backing of a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Understand and implement the collection process for accounts in arrears
  • Contact patients regarding overdue balances and arrange payments
  • Maintain documentation of collection activities
  • Handle patient complaints and escalate unresolved issues
  • Receive payments from patients
  • Prepare requests for refunds of overpayments
  • Review patient appointments regarding outstanding balances
  • Assist patients with explanations of their accounts
  • Confirm insurance eligibility and coverage
  • Attend staff meetings
  • Perform other tasks as directed
  • Provide outstanding customer service
  • Travel to different locations as needed

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / GED or equivalent work experience
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • 1+ year of healthcare customer experience
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to work onsite at 110 South B Mount Kisco, NY
  • Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday

Preferred Qualifications

  • Healthcare and/or insurance billing or processing experience
  • Call Center experience
  • Revenue cycle experience

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution