Patient Benefits Coordinator - Part time

Overview

Join our team as a part-time Patient Benefits Coordinator at Unify Community Health on Mission Ave in Spokane, WA. We are a healthcare organization that has transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest 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, " are Yakima - WE are Family " and "," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families. Visit our website at to learn more about our organization.

• $19.39-$23.76/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
• Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

• 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.
• May perform Lead duties by acting as a liaison between line staff and the direct supervisor. Manages breaks, lunches, sick calls and overtime. Provides insights to leader regarding the skill level and performance of the employees. Responsible for providing training to new employees and existing staff when needed. Performs quality audits as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• One year's experience with billing credit and/or patient benefits, preferably in a medical office (including Medical Front Office roles with a billing aspect)
• Experience in special programs, such as State Managed Care plans, is 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 is desired.

“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.