SR Financial Counselor / Patient Access / FT / Day
Universal Health Services
- Location
- AMARILLO, Texas
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- 1h ago
About this role
Responsibilities
Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495-bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers Position: Sr. Financial Counselor Position Summary: The employee assumes responsibility and accountability of assisting and providing coverage in various staff positions related to functions of admission/registration/discharge of patients. The person in this position also orders supplies and maintains supply level for all Admitting areas. Monitors the timely flow of tubal consent forms obtained for Medicaid patients. Hours and days fluctuate according to coverage needed. This position supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards to all customer groups. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Utilize the appropriate skills in accepting responsibilities of assignments while exhibiting teamwork techniques and effective communications which contribute to the overall operation of the Department. Understands, participates in, and contributes to quality improvement process for the Department and Institution. Applies appropriate policies and procedures, as set forth by the Department of Business Systems for the purpose of assessing and communicating patient needs, from pre-admission through dismissal. For obtaining insurance, financial and medical information, and any forms or screenings and applications necessary to secure payment. The person in this Admitting Assistant/Floater position maintains supply levels for the Admitting area and monitors the flow of tubal consent forms for proper billing purposes. Assumes responsibility and accountability of assisting and providing coverage in various admitting staff positions. Cross-train to other job duties as deemed appropriate by Supervisor/Director. Accept additional duties as assigned. Assumes responsibility for position’s impact on the departmental budget as it relates to the overall functioning of the organization.
Benefit
Highlights: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Pet Insurance More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com About Universal Health Services Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com. From Fortune, ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights