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This is a Job Description for a Financial Counselor in Meridian, Mississippi

Summary:

 We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed -- our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.

  We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

 At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.

  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Duties & Responsibilities:

Promptly and courteously assists and provides accurate information to patients regarding their accounts or services face to face, e-mail, fax, regular mail correspondence, phone call. Serves as a liaison between the patient, providers, external departments, or other responsible person(s) to ensure that charges are applied appropriately, transactions are recorded and appropriately maintained, and account balances and discrepancies are resolved within the prescribed period. Ensures appropriate authorizations are obtained timely and accurate estimates for upcoming procedures are provided. Plans, organizes, and prioritizes work to discuss with patients the importance of patient's financial responsibility. Educates the patients on various available assistance options, as well as explains the financial impact of various alternatives. Provides Best in Class service to every patient inquiry received to ensure and maintain high levels of patient satisfaction. Represents the organization by providing appropriate/applicable levels of competency and professionalism to ensure all patient issues are resolve timely, accurately, and efficiently. Other related duties as required.

Requirements

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: Required -- High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred -- Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.