Patient Benefits Representative Garland

Overview The US Oncology Network is looking for a Patient Benefits Representative to join our team at Texas Oncology . This full‑time position will support the Medical Oncology Business Office at our 7150 N. President George Bush Highway Suite 200 clinic in Garland, Texas. Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:00a - 5:00p. Note from Hiring Manager: Being a Patient Benefits Representative means helping people through one of the hardest times in their lives in navigating the financial side of cancer care. It's not always easy, but it's incredibly rewarding. Every day, we get to be a source of support, clarity, and kindness for patients and their families. Having been through the cancer journey with people I love, I know how overwhelming it can be. That's why I'm so passionate about creating a team environment where everyone feels supported, encouraged, and equipped to do their best. We communicate openly, help each other out, and celebrate the wins, big or small. You won't just be joining a clinic, you'll be joining a compassionate, driven team that truly cares about the work we do and the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that offers meaningful opportunities to make a difference in patients' lives, while also providing avenues for professional growth within the organization, this is it. Texas Oncology is a place where you can grow, feel valued, and know that what you do matters. This position will be a level 1 or Sr depending on relevant candidate experience. As a part of The US Oncology Network , Texas Oncology delivers high‑quality, evidence‑based care to patients close to home. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 530 providers in 280+ sites across Texas. Our founders pioneered community‑based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today – at Texas Oncology, we use leading‑edge technology and research to deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis. The US Oncology Network is one of the nation's largest networks of community‑based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America. The US Oncology Network is supported by McKesson Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care. What does the Patient Benefits Representative do? (including, but not limited to) The Patient Benefits Representative, under general supervision, is responsible for educating patients on insurance coverage and benefits, assessing patient financial ability, and providing assistance programs. They update and maintain patient insurance eligibility, coverage, and benefits in the system and support the US Oncology Compliance Program, adhering to the Code of Ethics, Business Standards, and US Oncology's Shared Values. Responsibilities Prior to a patient receiving treatment, obtain insurance coverage information and demographics; educate patient on insurance coverage, benefits, co‑pays, deductibles, and out‑of‑pocket expenses. Assess patients' ability to meet expenses and discuss payment arrangements. May educate patients on financial assistance programs and provide assistance with completing forms. Based upon diagnosis, estimated insurance coverage, and financial assistance, complete the Patient Cost Estimate form. Complete appropriate reimbursement and liability forms for patient's review and signature. Forward relevant information and forms to the billing office. Obtain, from the Clinical Reviewer, insurance pre‑authorization or referral approval codes prior to each treatment. Review patient account balance and notify front desk of patients that need to meet with them. Ensure that patient co‑pay amount is correctly entered into the system (or conveyed), allowing front desk to collect appropriately. At each patient visit, verify and update demographics and insurance coverage in the computer system according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Stay current on available financial aid. Develop professional relationships with financial aid providers and network with them to obtain leads to other aid programs. Adhere to confidentiality, state, federal, and HIPAA laws and guidelines regarding patients' records. Maintain updated manuals, logs, forms, and documentation. Perform additional duties as requested. Other duties as requested or assigned. Qualifications Level 1 High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum three (3) years patient pre‑services coordinator or equivalent required. Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) required. Demonstrate knowledge of CPT coding and HCPCS coding application. Must be able to verbally communicate clearly and utilize the appropriate and correct terminology. Must successfully complete required e‑learning courses within 90 days of occupying the position. Level Sr (in addition to level 1 requirements) Associates degree in Finance, Business or four years revenue cycle experience preferred. Minimum three (3) years pre‑services coordinator experience and two (2) years of patient benefits experience required. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and appropriate application of insurance coverage benefits and terminology. Competencies Uses Technical and Functional Experience: Possesses up to date knowledge of the profession and industry; regarded as a subject matter expert in the technical/functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate. Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles day to day work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity; demonstrates flexibility. Uses Sound Judgment: Makes timely, cost‑effective and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty. Shows Work Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works efficiently to achieve them. Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluates products, processes, and service against those standards; manages quality; improves efficiencies. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and is regularly required to sit or stand and talk or hear. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Work Environment The work environment may include exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. Work will involve in‑person interaction with co‑workers and management and/or clients. Work may require minimal travel by automobile to office sites. #J-18808-Ljbffr US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities