Patient Advocate RX job in Fort Myers, FL | Florida Cancer Specialists, P.L.

Founded in 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute is the largest independent medical oncology/hematology practice in the United States. With over 200 physicians, based in 100+ locations across Florida, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care in community-based settings close to home.

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• CEU hours
• 401(k) with company match

Our Corporate Headquarter in Fort Myers, FL is searching for a Patient advocate to join our Specialty Pharmacy team!

Full-Time, Monday - Friday Work Week, Days (Example: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)

(Saturdays - occasionally - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, weekend differential: additional $ 10.00 p/hour)

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality financial assistance for patients of Florida Cancer Specialists' in house pharmacy, Rx to Go.
• Facilitate and analyze patients who a) have insurance requiring a high copay, b) incur a high deductible, c) who have Medicare or who are eligible for Medicare Part B/D and d) have no prescription drug coverage and /or live on a limited income.
• Acts as a liaison between the patient and their insurance company, foundations, manufacturers and FCS physicians/clinics. Communicate with patient and/or family members in a caring and professional manner.
• Explain insurance coverage to patients as it relates to their co-payment responsibility and financial resources available to them.
• Knowledge of common ICD-9 and ICD-10 diagnosis codes and basic definitions of oncology disease states.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in medical insurance/billing, financial counselor, and/or patient financial assistance.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills needed. Working knowledge of insurance plans and basic limitations that applies to coverage of certain specialty medications.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task are important to the job function. Must demonstrate organizational and computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Outlook.
• Fluency in the English language as well as strong communication and customer service skills required.

Full-Time, Monday - Friday Work Week, Days (Example: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)

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