Are you skilled in financial management and passionate about ensuring accessible healthcare services? Veteran Mission Hospital in Syokimau, Nairobi, is seeking three diligent and experienced Credit Officers to join our team and manage patient credit and financial arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and assess the creditworthiness of patients seeking
financial assistance for healthcare services.
- Develop and implement credit policies and procedures to
minimize financial risk and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Negotiate payment plans and financial arrangements with
patients based on their financial situations and hospital policies.
- Educate patients on available financial assistance programs
and options.
- Monitor and follow up on overdue accounts receivable to ensure
timely collections.
- Coordinate with billing and finance departments to reconcile
accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient credit
transactions and communications.
- Provide regular reports on credit activities and account
statuses to management.
- Handle inquiries and disputes related to patient accounts and
credit arrangements.
- Collaborate with insurance companies and third-party payers to
facilitate claims processing and payments.
- Ensure confidentiality and security of patient financial
information in compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
- Participate in continuous training and professional
development to stay updated on financial regulations and healthcare
industry trends.
- Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to
improve financial performance and patient satisfaction.
Qualifications:
- Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business
Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in credit management or
financial services, preferably in a hospital.
- Strong knowledge of credit evaluation principles, financial
analysis, and risk management.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal
skills.
- Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Office
Suite.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a
fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and attention to
detail.
- Commitment to ethical conduct and confidentiality.
How To Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their
resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and
qualifications, current and expected salaries to recruitment@veteranmissionhospitals.org by 28th
July 2024.
Veteran Mission Hospital is an equal opportunity
employer and does not require applicants to pay for anything at any given stage
of the recruitment process. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.
