Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Why Mount Carmel?

               

With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing. 

Why Columbus?

The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com!

What we offer: 

• Competitive compensation and day one benefit packages including medical, dental and vision coverage. 

• Retirement saving account with employer match starting on day one, generous paid time off programs and employee recognition incentive program. 

• Tuition and professional development reimbursement – fully discounted tuition through our enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing. 

• Flexible schedules through our FirstChoice Internal Travel Program, Weekend Option Program, and local Float Pool. 

• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!

About the job:

In accordance with the Mission, Core Values and Vision; the clinical financial navigator assesses financial needs for new and established patients to reduce financial barriers by utilizing insurance optimization opportunities as well as external assistance programs. Has an elevated level of understanding of health care diagnoses, and how to optimize this knowledge to help patients with health insurance coverage and benefits. Incorporates clinical knowledge of the patient’s diagnosis, treatment regimen and treatment goals, to find the best insurance and assistance programs available. Finds ways to help patients decrease their out-of-pocket expenses and assuring payment for treatment provided.

What we're looking for:

• Education:  Masters degree in clinical health field (preferable nursing or social work).  
• License / Certification: Maintains licensure in the state of Ohio for their clinical field (nursing, social work)
• Experience:  7 years of combine applicable clinical experience in a health care setting, as well as health insurance and financial experience.
• Effective Communication Skills
• Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of clinical settings and overall disease processes and understanding how this clinical knowledge is critical to help patients with insurance optimization and decreasing financial barriers. Knowledge of insurance optimization and copay assistance programs. High level of initiative and ability to self-direct to solve financial barriers, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with the treatment team.
• Preferred: Clinical knowledge of specific disease processes within the setting of hire (i.e. oncology). Experience with insurance optimization, Patient Assistance Programs, Co-Pay Assistance Programs, Medicaid, Medicare Safety Net Programs, Medicare health plans, the Marketplace and COBRA guidelines.

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