Public Benefit Specialist

Ensemble Health Partners

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

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeYoungstown • Ohio • 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 patient insurance requirements. Proficient in documenting actions and maintaining relationships with healthcare partners to facilitate timely billing and application processing.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Patient Eligibility DeterminationRevenue Cycle KnowledgeInsurance Processes UnderstandingCRCR CertificationPatient Access Experience

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Hard Skills

Patient Insurance ProcessesBilling and PaymentsCPT Codes KnowledgeApplication ProcessingBenefits Verification

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationRelationship BuildingOpenness to Innovation

Tools & Technologies

Patient Accounting Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CRCR Certification

Industry Keywords

Healthcare IndustryMedicaidFinancial Assistance ProgramsManaged CareCall Center Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interview uninsured and under-insured patients to determine eligibility for state Medicaid benefits or local 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 required application documents
Follow applications through determination, update applicable 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 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
Understanding of revenue cycle, including admission, billing, payments, and denials
Comprehensive knowledge of patient insurance processes for obtaining authorizations and benefits verification
Knowledge of health insurance requirements
Knowledge of medical terminology or CPT or procedure codes
Patient Access experience with managed care/insurance preferred
Call Center experience highly preferred
Openness to innovation, including AI
High School Diploma or GED
Combination of post-secondary education and experience 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 package including healthcare, time off, retirement, and well-being programs
Professional certification relevant to the associate’s field
Quarterly and annual incentive programs
Career advancement opportunities
Work-life flexibility
Professional development
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities