Responsibilities

The Financial Counselor is responsible for the financial assessment of patients, determination of ability to pay, collection of deposits, negotiation of payment arrangements, and identification of funding sources for unsecured patient accounts. Ensures all insurance benefits are verified and informs patient of their finanical liability. The Financial Counselor will be the primary coordinator of Medicaid Assistance applications between the patient and the County Assistance Office. This is a position with a high level of patient contact and requires excellent customer service skills. The Financial Counselor will serve as a liaison between the family or assigned parties, business office, and County Assistance Offices. Other duties as assigned.

Clarion Psychiatric Center, a subsidiary of Universal Healthcare Services, Inc., has been a beacon of hope and healing for over 30 years, serving those that struggle with behavioral health issues. Located in Clarion, PA., our 112-bed behavioral health facility offers acute psychiatric services for adults as well as, an adolescent inpatient psychiatric program for youth ages 10-17. Our mission is to provide high-quality behavioral health services in an environment that values service excellence, respect, and ethical standards, integrity, compassion, and teamwork.

Visit us at www.clarioncenter.com for more information or contact Emilee Bonfardine, Director of Human Resources at 814.226.2394 or emilee.bonfardine@uhsinc.com or Tia Hetrick, Business Office Director at 814.226.2826 or tia.hetrick@uhsinc.com.

We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Premier Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance after 30 DAYS!!
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• MUCH MUCH MORE..

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.' Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Education : Associate or bachelor's degree in business administration or health management preferred but not required

Experience: At least 3 years' experience in hospital business setting preferred

Handle with Care: Yes

BLS/HeartSaver CPR : Yes

General Working Environment : Hospital setting. Staff working in this position may be required to intervene and assist with aggressive patients. Works in a well-lighted and ventilated setting, is subject to frequent interruptions, and is involved with the patients and personnel throughout designated unit under varying conditions and circumstances. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc.

Physical Requirements : Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and be able to walk and stand for long periods. Able to participate in crisis prevention intervention. The Physical Requirements described herein are representative of those, which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions. Drug/Alcohol free as evidenced by negative results of post offer, pre-employment urine drug screen.

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