Transplant Financial Coordinator

Job description

Department: 37802 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Transplant: Heart Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1 day a week on campus. Transplant financial experience preferred. May need to take calls after hours/weekend for emergent cases Pay Range: $22.90 - $34.35 Major Responsibilities: - Performs and generates timely documentation of comprehensive financial assessment(s). Obtains insurance prior authorizations for high dollar medically necessary transplant evaluation, transplant, BTT VAD and DT VAD. - Meets with patient during evaluation process to discuss transplant benefits, obtaining necessary information to determine areas of potential concern. Counsels and assists patients with decisions when insurance clearance is not obtained. Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team in establishing/documenting goals and treatment plans for the patient. Meets with all potential living donors prior to the Selection Committee decision to review potential financial impact and pursues potential financial assistance resources. - Participates in transplant team meetings. Establishes and maintains a working rela...