Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs in Wilmington, NC

About CarolinaEast Medical Center

CarolinaEast Health System is dedicated to quality and compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. The flagship of the health system is a 350 bed full service medical center housing a complete complement of inpatient and outpatient services with the latest technology. CarolinaEast Health System employs 2,500 dedicated team members. We have physician practices in various specialties spanning four counties. Our employees create a culture of excellence that connects our patients to the same level of care that is usually found at larger medical centers while maintaining a friendly, community feel throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full time employees as well as benefits to part time plus and part time employees.

Job Summary  

The Financial Counselor obtains insurance pre-certification for treatment and assists patients in establishing a financial plan for treatment.

Minimum Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent with minimum of three years’ insurance or social
work. Associate’s degree in Business/Accounting field preferred. Knowledgeable of guidelines and requirements for eligibility, coverage and benefits and claim submission practices for all government programs (Medicare, Medicaid, VA and Tricare/Champus). Must know basic billing specifications. Working with PC’s, printers and be able to maneuver between several PC applications. Must be knowledgeable of Windows and Microsoft Word.