Admissions Coordinator/Financial Counselor
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected healthcare management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy focuses on building or purchasing healthcare properties in rapidly growing markets, creating a strong franchise through exceptional service and effective cost control.
The Sierra Vista Hospital location, a 171-bed psychiatric care facility in south Sacramento, is a full-service mental health facility and a center of support for patients and their families. Since 1986, we have offered clinical expertise to those suffering from emotional, behavioral, and addiction problems.
About the role
The Admissions Coordinator/Financial Counselor processes admissions and registrations, including all consent forms, financial assessments of patients, self-pay liability, insurance verification, up-front deposits/collections, and data integrity. The role involves communicating benefit information to patients, family, and staff while providing a high degree of customer service.
Responsibilities
- Process admissions and registrations, ensuring all consent forms are signed.
- Conduct financial assessments of patients, including self-pay liability.
- Verify insurance coverage and collect up-front deposits.
- Maintain data integrity in admissions records.
- Communicate benefit information to patients, family, and staff.
- Provide high-quality customer service.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Preferred: Two (2) years' experience on a multi-line telephone switchboard, preferably in a healthcare environment.
- Any combination of education, training, or experience in a hospital environment.
- Complete knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
- May be required to work occasional overtime and flexible hours.
Benefits
Benefits available for full-time and part-time positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- Life/AD&D insurance.
- 401k retirement plan.
Why join us?
- Dynamic, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Great training program for new graduates.
- Rewarding career opportunities.