Financial Clearance Specialist (Radiation Oncology)

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve.

Responsibilities

• Complete insurance verification at both the eligibility and benefit level.
• Assess, review, and determine insurance coverage and requirements for visits and diagnostic testing.
• Serve as the bridge between clinical and revenue cycle business areas by obtaining all required referrals and authorizations prior to visits or testing.
• Ensure payment is received in a timely fashion to reduce financial risk to the organization.
• Work closely with departmental leaders and staff to obtain all clinical data required for authorization of services rendered, both pre- and post-op procedures.
• Assure the financial stability of the program.
• Contact patient/caregiver to confirm insurance coverage or advise of any financial obligation, meeting NSA guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma (Associate degree preferred).
• Minimum Experience: 2 years of Healthcare Revenue Cycle Insurance experience (insurance verification preferred).
• Knowledge of ICD-10 codes.

Skills

• Ability to foster collaborative relationships and work well under pressure.
• Strong organizational and synthesizing skills for new information.
• Critical thinking, analytical skills, and flexibility.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with interruptions.
• Detailed attention to work and sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
• Physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion.
• Visual and aural acuity, finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
• Ability to withstand long periods of sitting, standing, and constant walking.
• Ability to lift 10 lbs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits designed to fit individual and family needs.
• Tuition reimbursement programs for continued education.
• Resources to help you excel in your career.
• Inclusive and diverse team culture.

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $25.18 - $25.93 hourly. Several factors may be considered when determining compensation, including location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity.

Schedule

• On-site workplace.
• May be subject to irregular hours, including evenings or potentially weekends, to participate in operational and community events as necessary.