Benefits Coordinator - Healthcare jobs in Salem, OR

Join our team as a Patient Benefits Coordinator at Salud Medical Center in Woodburn, OR, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity and are more than just a job—we are a community committed to the well-being of our migrant farmworkers.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. 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, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

What We Offer

• $19.05-$23.34/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
• 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, eight paid holidays, and much more!

These are some of the tasks you'll perform as a Patient Benefits Coordinator:

• Respond to patient billing inquiries and partner with internal departments to resolve issues
• Provide billing and payment information to patients and clients
• Review insurance options, assist with applications, and educate patients on coverage
• Manages work queues, processes adjustments, and stays updated on insurance programs
• May conduct lead duties, provide training, perform quality audits, and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• One year's experience with billing credit or patient benefits, preferably in a medical office, is required
• 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
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at level 9 for bilingual differential pay
• Ability to prioritize work and handle various tasks simultaneously, with frequent interruptions
• Ability to build effective relationships and interact professionally with patients, providers, and staff
• Basic proficiency with Electronic Medical Records, Word, and Excel
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and medical billing insurance is desired

Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!