Public Benefit Specialist

Ensemble Health Partners

. Interview uninsured and under-insured patients to determine eligibility for state Medicaid benefits or location financial assistance programs .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeSpringfield • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient eligibility determination for Medicaid and financial assistance programs, with a strong understanding of revenue cycle processes and health insurance requirements. Proficient in patient communication and documentation within accounting systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Patient Eligibility DeterminationRevenue Cycle ProcessesHealth Insurance RequirementsCRCR CertificationPatient Access Experience

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Hard Skills

Medical TerminologyCPT/Procedure CodesApplication ProcessingBilling and PaymentsBenefits Verification

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationOpenness to Innovation

Tools & Technologies

Patient Accounting Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CRCR Certification

Industry Keywords

Healthcare IndustryMedicaidManaged CareFinancial Assistance ProgramsInsurance Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interview uninsured and under-insured patients to determine eligibility for state Medicaid benefits or location financial assistance programs
Assist with application processes to facilitate accurate and appropriate submissions
Follow up on submitted applications to ensure timely billing or adjustment processing
Review referred patients for program eligibility opportunities and coordinate application processes
Communicate with patients to obtain documents required for applications
Follow applications through determination, update insurance information, and ensure timely billing or adjustment posting
Document relevant actions and communication steps in patient accounting systems
Maintain working knowledge of state and federal program requirements and share information with colleagues and supervisors
Develop and maintain working relationships with county, state, and federal Medicaid caseworker partners
Collaborate with revenue cycle departments and associates
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

1-2 years of experience in the healthcare industry interacting with patients regarding hospital financial issues
Openness to innovation, including AI
Understanding of revenue cycle processes, including admission, billing, payments, and denials
Knowledge of patient insurance processes for obtaining authorizations and benefits verification
Knowledge of health insurance requirements
Knowledge of medical terminology or CPT/procedure codes
Patient Access experience with managed care/insurance and call center experience highly preferred
High School Diploma or GED
Combination of post-secondary education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree
CRCR certification within 9 months of hire
Must reside in and be authorized to work within the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus Incentives
Paid Certifications
Tuition Reimbursement
Comprehensive Benefits, including healthcare, time off, retirement, and well-being programs
Career Advancement
Professional development opportunities
Quarterly and annual incentive programs
Work-life flexibility