Patient Financial Coordinator

Patient Financial CoordinatorThe Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.The Specialty Care Clinic is seeking a Patient Financial Coordinator to support activities that determine Ryan White eligibility and enrollment of clients into the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), Health Insurance Continuation Program (HICP) and other forms of financial assistance. Working with a multi-disciplinary team that includes case management and medical providers, the coordinator will process applications and assume responsibility for ensuring compliance with Ryan White program requirements.Job Responsibilities:Provide benefits counseling, obtain and process documents to certify Ryan White eligibility for ADAP/HICP and other patient assistance programs.Assist clients with obtaining and processing healthcare plan applications during Open Enrollment.Maintain and monitor CareWare, Data Rx, and other relevant programs daily, weekly, and monthly to track upcoming eligibility, expiration dates, and patient compliance.Coordinate, monitor, track, and evaluate insurance enrollment, premium payments, co-pays, and changes in benefits with individuals, agencies, health insurance carriers, pharmacies, and the contracted Pharmacy Benefits Manager.Perform data entry and documentation in electronic health records and other databases.Provide timely follow-up and communication with clients and staff on important deadlines for certification and recertification of eligibility documents.Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with case management team to obtain information and refer clients to other services, as appropriate.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of job-related experience; or One (1) year of experience required at the lower level Admin Assistant 1 (GST050) or position equivalent.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email include View email address on click.appcast.io is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance. Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.