Executive Assistant, Patient Billing Services

We are seeking a dedicated Financial Counsellor to provide prompt and quality services to patients. In this role, you will be responsible for financial counselling, deposit/payment collection from patients and/or companies as well as providing various financial advice.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the point of contact for inpatients regarding financial matters
• Ensure financial counselling for assigned inpatients is performed in accordance with the Healthcare Services Act (HCSA)
• To counsel and provide appropriate advice to inflight patients on managing their bills, including the use of Integrated Shield Plans/MediShield Life, MediSave and other financial schemes that patients.
• To collect out-of-pocket cash payments from private inpatients
• To liaise with various parties such as employers/Integrated Shield Plan providers for payment, Letter of Guarantees and Medical Social Services for financial assistance.
• To ensure all actions taken are recorded in the Financial Counselling system accurately
• To make outbound calls to patients and/or companies for payment
• To propose cases for legal proceedings to Management
• To collaborate with 1 Finance Shared Services under MOHH for all debts management matters
• To propose and review bad debts for write off 
• May be assigned to patient billing services counter at Patient Services Centre on a rotational basis
• Any other duties as assigned by Reporting Officer

 JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma with at least 1 year of experience; fresh graduates are welcome.
• Experience in financial counselling, billing, and collection in healthcare is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet targets and deadlines.
• Self-motivated with a strong interest in learning and sharing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Strong communication skills with a service-oriented and customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with stakeholders.
• Willingness to work Saturdays (half day) based on the roster.