Job description

As a part of the Tenet and Catholic Health Initiatives family, Conifer Health brings 30 years of healthcare industry expertise to clients in more than 135 local regions nationwide. We help our clients strengthen their financial and clinical performance, serve their communities, and succeed in the business of healthcare. Conifer Health helps organizations transition from volume to value-based care, enhance the consumer and patient healthcare experience, and improve quality, cost, and access to healthcare. Are you ready to be part of our solutions? Welcome to the company that gives you the resources and incentives to redefine healthcare services with a competitive benefits package and leadership to take your career to the next step!

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for screening self-pay patients at thehospital bedside for eligibility in various governmental and non-governmental programs. Responsible for identifying all sources of potential payors, including auto insurance, Workers' Compensation, commercial insurance, private insurance, TPL, etc., to route accounts appropriately in the Patient Accounting environment. Also responsible for obtaining and completing the Confidential Financial Statement form and assisting patients in applying for any benefits for which they may be eligible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Others may be assigned.

• Conducts interviews with patients and family members.
• Records and maintains complete documentation of activities performed on account while in-house and during the Patient accounting cycle.
• Performs financial clearance functions including collections. Cancels accounts that have not had any patient cooperation, are not eligible for any programs, and prepares reports for Financial Assistance review.
• Follows up on EES-assigned accounts to ensure follow-through on Government applications submitted. Develops a working relationship with patients based on good communication skills, enabling funds to be processed quickly with government program eligibility.
• Conducts field visits to patient homes for skiptracing and/or assisting patients with documents.
• Notifies hospital case management, social services, and admissions staff of case screening determinations and outcomes via verbal and written communication.

Conifer requires its candidates, as applicable and as permitted by law, to obtain and provide confirmation of all required vaccinations and screenings prior to the start of employment activity. This may include, but is not limited to, the COVID-19 vaccination, influenza vaccination, and/or any future required vaccines and screenings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Working familiarity with the rules and regulations pertaining to Federal, State and County programs
• P/C systems literate including Windows, and Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word programs
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as the clear understanding of the English language
• Detail oriented, with strengths in dealing with multiple facilities, Supervisors, and Hospital platforms
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with efficiency
• Bi-lingual preferred (Spanish)

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience required to perform the job.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years work experience with Social Services or Hospital Admitting or related area

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit and work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time
• Must be able to walk through a hospital environment, including across broad campus settings and Emergency Department environments, and visit patients at bedside
• Ability to travel if required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Both Hospital and Office facilities, in direct contact with Patients and Staff

OTHER

• Some travel may be required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Rotating shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rock Hill, SC 29732: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Please provide me with a good email address.
• The facility requires everyone to be vaccinated, are you fully vaccinated?

Experience:

• Banking: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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