Eligibility Specialist
Determine eligibility of persons applying to receive assistance from government programs and agency resources, such as welfare, unemployment benefits, social security, and public housing.
At a Glance
Eligibility Specialist. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2.5–3 years. Top skills: Customer Service, Communication, Microsoft Office.
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High school or GED
2.5–3 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs
Median Wage
$51,500/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+1.0%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (14)
Medical Terminology
Medicaid
Data Entry
Billing
Medical Records
Registration
Medical Prescription
Medical Necessity
Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Conflict Resolution
Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)
Criminal Corrections
Client Needs Assessment
Common Skills (14)
Customer Service
Communication
Microsoft Office
Detail Oriented
Teamwork
Ability To Meet Deadlines
Presentations
Verbal Communication Skills
Computer Literacy
Problem Solving
Follow Through
Scheduling
Certifications (2)
Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
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