Senior Patient Financial Counselor - Cancer Institute

The Senior Patient Financial Counselor is responsible for insurance and eligibility verifications and assessment of financial requirements of recommended treatments including, but not limited to, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, office visits, integrated supportive care services, and other cancer-related therapy or services.  The Senior Patient Financial Counselor counsels the patient on insurance benefits, co-payments, and out of pocket expenses. The Senior Patient Financial Counselor is responsible for obtaining any required preauthorization for procedures, treatments, and admissions and is responsible for obtaining grants and drug assistance programs to support the patient's financial needs and provide access to care. This position is forward facing with patients and works collaboratively with referral coordinators, physicians, social work, nursing staff, pharmacy, and third-party payers. The Senior Patient Financial Counselors are held accountable for coordinating all aspects of the patient's financial roadmap. This includes working with insurance company medical directors and case managers to appeal denials and communicate the appeal process to internal providers and patients. This patient facing position requires empathy and tact in discussing sensitive financial issues related to the patient's procedure or treatment. 

Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish First Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in accounting, business administration, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 2 years of prior background in a healthcare setting of billing, financial counseling, or financial advocacy with proficiency in medical terminology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, business administration, or related field.

Why Join Providence Swedish? 

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security.  We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.