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Financial Counselor - Mount Kisco, NY

Optum

Mount Kisco, NY
1 month ago
$16.88 - $33.22

Job Description

Join Optum as a Financial Counselor in Mount Kisco, NY, where you will support patients with outstanding balances, implement collection processes, and provide exceptional service. Enjoy a collaborative environment with extensive resources to enhance patient care and your career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement the collection process for accounts in arrears
  • Contact patients regarding overdue balances and arrange payment plans
  • Maintain documentation of all collection activities
  • Handle patient complaints and escalate unresolved issues
  • Receive payments and prepare requests for refunds
  • Review upcoming patient appointments regarding balances
  • Contact insurance companies for status of unpaid claims
  • Assist patients with account explanations and payment arrangements
  • Confirm eligibility and coverage conditions on patient insurance
  • Attend staff meetings and perform other tasks as needed
  • Provide outstanding customer service

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 Mount Kisco, NY
  • Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) with flexibility

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 contribution4 weeks of on-the-job training