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PATIENT FINANCIAL SERVICES REP (567)

Memorial Health · Springfield, IL · $17.14–$26.56 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about your collections experience. What worked best for you in getting accounts resolved?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real collector's approach that resolves accounts without damaging the patient relationship.

Tell me about a time someone yelled at you on the phone. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay professional and keep working the account when a caller is hostile.

What would you do

Walk me through a call with a patient who owes a self-pay balance they did not expect.

What they are checking: Whether they can collect firmly while staying respectful, since surprise bills make patients upset quickly.

A patient says they cannot pay anything right now. What options would you go over with them?

What they are checking: Whether they know payment plans and assistance programs well enough to find a workable path for the patient.

A patient insists their insurance should have paid the bill. How do you check that?

What they are checking: Whether they investigate the claim history before pushing collection on a balance that may not be correct.

You have a long list of accounts to work today. How do you decide where to start?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by balance size, age and follow-up dates to make the most of each day.

About the work

How do you decide whether a patient might qualify for financial assistance?

What they are checking: Whether they know what information to gather and offer help proactively rather than only when asked.

How do you note an account so the next person knows exactly what happened?

What they are checking: Whether they write clear account notes, which the posting names and which keep follow-up from starting over.

What do you know about the rules that limit how hospitals can collect from patients?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that collection practices are regulated and that breaking those rules creates legal risk.

How comfortable are you moving between screens in billing systems while on the phone?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the system navigation the posting describes while keeping a calm conversation going.

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The full job description

As published by Memorial Health.

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer. Position Type: On-site Job Description Summary: Position Summary: Responsible for the collection and follow-up of all outstanding self pay and liability balances of ALMH and TMH Patient Accounts in accordance with policies and procedures, and determines customers’ eligibility for financial assistance programs. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values. Job Description: Education: High School or GED equivalent required. Experience: - One or more years of health care insurance and/or health care billing experience is required, preferably in the areas of billing, collections, or accounts receivable. - Previous experience as a collector is highly desirable. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: - Experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel preferred. - Basic working knowledge of personal computers required and their associate user software is preferred, with the ability to enter, retrieve, and electronically notate system screens. - Familiarity with medical terminology, medical procedural (CPT) and diagnosis (ICD-9 & 10) coding and hospital billing claims form UB-04 highly preferred. - Ability to multi-task while working on multiple responsibilities simultaneously. - Ability to work successful with internal customers and external customers. - Highly-developed critical thinking and problem solving-ability to work through complex situations. - Knowledge of poverty guidelines, internal/external financial assistance programs and options, medical billing and insurance principles/practices. - Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication, customer relations, and listening skills. Must demonstrate the ability to persuade and negotiate effectively. Pay Transparency $17.14 - $26.56 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/ If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.

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