Coordinator, Financial Counseling

About Navista

We believe in the power of community oncology to support patients through their cancer journeys. As an oncology practice alliance comprised of more than 100 providers across 50 sites, Navista provides the support community practices need to fuel their growth—while maintaining their independence.

What Financial Assistance Counseling (RCM) contributes to Cardinal Health

Practice Operations Management oversees the business and administrative operations of a medical practice.

Financial assistance counselors guide patients through their healthcare financial obligations.

The Coordinator, Financial Counseling is responsible for supporting patients and providers by ensuring accurate financial clearance, patient education, and identification of financial risk prior to services being rendered.

This role plays a critical part in the Revenue Cycle by improving reimbursement outcomes, minimizing financial risk, and enhancing the patient experience through proactive and transparent financial communication.

Responsibilities

Financial Counseling & Patient Support

Review daily schedules to identify patients requiring financial clearance.

Educate patients on expected financial responsibility, including: Deductibles, Copayments, Coinsurance, Out-of-pocket maximums

Provide clear, compassionate communication regarding treatment costs and payment expectations prior to TOS.

Assist patients in understanding their financial obligations prior to services.

Financial Risk Identification

Evaluate potential financial risks associated with scheduled services, including: Coverage limitations, Medical necessity concerns, Frequency limitations, Out of Network Benefits and coverages

Proactively identify accounts that may result in patient balance or denied claims.

Escalate high-risk accounts to leadership or appropriate teams for review.

Denials Prevention & Support

Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to reduce the risk of claim denials.

Support resolution of pre-service financial issues that may impact reimbursement.

Assist in identifying trends related to financial risk and patient responsibility.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate documentation of all financial discussions with patients.

Ensure all notes are clear, complete, and compliant with organizational standards.

Protect patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with clinical and administrative teams to ensure alignment on patient financial readiness.

Communicate effectively with internal teams to support accurate and timely revenue cycle processes.

Provide exceptional customer service with empathy, professionalism, and respect.

Operational Excellence

Manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrate strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and teamwork.

Support additional duties and projects as they are assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years of experience in a healthcare business office or revenue cycle role preferred

Strong knowledge of insurance and benefits and patient Financial Assistance Programs

Strong understanding of oncology treatment pathways

Familiarity with high-cost oncology drugs, infusion services and specialty pharmacy billing preferred

Working knowledge of diagnosis driven financial impact (metastatic vs early stage treatment cost difference) preferred

Experience with billing systems and interpreting EOBs

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Ability to navigate multiple systems with ease, i.e. EMR, Registration/PMS systems, VOB systems, verifying Auth and Financial clearance with minimal direction from supervisor(s) and leadership.

Critical thinking and ability to think outside the box, adapt to process and workflow changes easily.

Experience in oncology or specialty care preferred

Working knowledge of: ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding, managed care concepts and fee structures

Background in financial counseling or patient-facing financial roles

Anticipated hourly range: $21.00 - $27.72 USD

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being: Medical, dental and vision coverage, Paid time off plan, Health savings account (HSA), 401k savings plan, Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay, Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Short- and long-term disability coverage, Work-Life resources, Paid parental leave, Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 10/05/2026 \*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

• Minimum 4 years healthcare business office or revenue cycle experience with strong insurance, benefits, and financial assistance knowledge
• Proficiency in billing systems, EOB interpretation, Microsoft Office, and multiple healthcare systems (EMR, PMS, VOB)
• Strong understanding of oncology treatment pathways, financial counseling, ICD-10/CPT/HCPCS coding, and patient-facing financial roles