Financial Counselor

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# Financial Counselor

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Billing & Registration
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health CancerCenter
- Pay: $19.80–$30.40 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-16T10:30:27.99Z

## Description

Are you a skilled medical office professional looking to broaden your horizons? We have an exciting opportunity for a full‑time **Financial Counselor** who plays a critical role in supporting patients throughout their care journey. This position is essential to ensuring patients receive timely, coordinated, and compassionate financial guidance.

This role is based out of our Shadyside office and offers a hybrid schedule with some remote flexibility.
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