Centinela Hospital Medical Center · 15 hours ago
Financial Counselor - Admitting
Redding, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $25.96/hrCentinela Hospital Medical Center is dedicated to providing exceptional patient-centered healthcare. The Financial Counselor plays a crucial role in determining patient liability based on benefits, advising patients of their financial responsibilities, and assisting them with arrangements for payment prior to services rendered.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Determines patient liability based on benefits and advises patient of their liability prior to scheduled elective procedures
Notifies patient of financial responsibility; collection arrangements are made prior to services rendered for all elective care
Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits for emergent and urgent admissions, procedures, or other services ensuring communication of patient responsibility to the patient or responsible party
Verifies and secures accurate patient demographic and insurance information, updating patient account information as needed
Assists patients in making arrangements as needed for patient responsibility by time of discharge for emergent or urgent services
Screens and refers patients for possible linkage to state, county or other government assistance programs as well as Charity or Discounts as per the facility Charity and Discount policies
Works closely with Case Management in securing Medicaid/Medical treatment authorizations as needed
Maintains effective communication skills, including verbal, written, and telephone
Proficient in mathematical skills
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of standard insurance companies and verification requirements
Well versed in authorization processes for all payers
Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Customer Services experience required
High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires)
Benefits
Paid time off
A 401K retirement plan
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Many more voluntary benefit options
Company
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Centinela Hospital Medical Center is a 369-bed acute-care hospital providing healthcare services.
Founded in 1924
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rosalba Cambria
Executive Assistant to CEO
Recent News
2025-09-24
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