Patient Financial Advocate- Omaha, NE

Description

Nebraska Cancer Specialists is the regional leader in cancer diagnosis, treatment and research.  We are seeking a Patient Financial Advocate who will be responsible for helping patients navigate treatment costs and options for assistance, meet one-on-one with patients notifying them of their treatment costs and options for assistance with financial responsibilities if needed. 

Job Duties Include:

• Meets with new treatment patients that are self-pay, to review cost of care and avenues for patient assistance.
• Collaborates with the precertification team to identify patients eligible for co-pay cards, Foundations, Societies or who might qualify for drug replacement.
• Maintains an accurate record of all patients receiving assistance as above.
• Works with patients to complete hardship applications and follows practice policy for hardship and write off. 
• Meets with patients to discuss outstanding balances and determines plan for payment.
• Demonstrates NCS Mission and Core Values through actions and words
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.

Nebraska Cancer Specialists offers GREAT benefits such as affordable health, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability, life insurance, 401K, flex spending, an Employee Assistance Program and a generous paid time off plan including holidays and birthday.  

Our team embodies our core values: RESPECT, INTEGRITY, COMPASSION & HOPE, & EXCELLENCE.

Requirements

• One year of Medicare, Medicaid and commercial insurance billing 
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to meet deadlines and work with minimum supervision
• Previous experience working in an medical office is preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, speak, write, and understand the English language fluently, bilingual a plus (English/Spanish)

NCS is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify