Patient Benefits Coordinator - Military veterans preferred

Join our team as a Patient Benefits Coordinator at Unify Community Health Mission Avenue in Spokane, WA, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job – we are a community committed to the well-being of our migrant farmworkers.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

What We Offer

• $19.02-$23.30/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates

• 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine

• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available

• Generous PTO, eight paid holidays, and much more!

What You'll Do:

• Responds to patient billing questions and assists patient with resolving any issues. Partners with the internal Billing department and the Medicaid Office as needed to resolve patient billing and insurance issues.
• Provides information to patients and clients on billing and payment practices.
• Provides information to patients regarding their individual bill including account activity and balance due.
• Reviews medical insurance options and eligibility requirements with clients including Managed Care plans and other special programs. Advises patients on how to utilize third party resources to secure necessary medical care.
• Assists clients with the application process for medical insurance coverage. Reviews eligibility requirements and obtains necessary information for the application. Files and tracks applications per guidelines, sending reports as needed.
• Educates clients on how to read and understand their medical insurance coverage. Assists clients with resolving any issues with their medical card or benefits covered by their card.
• Manages various work queues daily to ensure timely processing and completion of activities including insurance applications, discounts provided and Medicaid.
• Receives and assesses hardship and/or write-off requests. Prepares and submits adjustment requests as needed and forwards to the internal Billing department.
• Maintains current knowledge of any changes or updates regarding Managed Care programs, State Medicaid and/or Federal Medicaid.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).

• One year's experience with billing credit and/or patient benefits, preferably in a medical office. Experience in special programs such as State Managed Care plans preferred.

• Affordable Care Act (ACA) Certification. Must pass the ACA exam within 90 days of employment.

• Ability to prioritize work and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously, with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to build effective relationships and interact with the patients, providers and staff in a professional manner.

• Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Electronic Medical Records, Word and Excel.

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and medical billing insurance desired.

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!