Overview
*Director, Post Acute Billing*
*Who we are:*
At Lifepoint Health, we provide quality healthcare to rural communities. As a valued member of our team, you will be an integral part of a group working together to elevate Lifepoint’s healthcare delivery network.Our network includes 60 community hospitals, 60 rehabilitation/behavioral health hospitals, and 250 additional sites of care across the United States.As an organization, we are dedicated to serving communities nationwide by providing exceptional care. We believe in the power of our talented teams and strive to create environments where employees find purpose and fulfillment.
*What you’ll do:*
As a Director, Post Acute Billing, you will oversee all aspects of the finance department within operating unit, to include but not limited to the processing of insurance claims, maintaining correct census information, following up on bills, and having budgetary responsibility over department. Serves as a final checking point for charging accuracy, examines all managed care claims for necessary referrals, monitors late charge report and adjusts
bills accordingly. Provides financial and operational direction for department and implements performance measures to ensure department is functioning to its fullest potential. In the execution of job duties, it is the universal expectation that all tasks are performed with a patient centered focus, while also seeking opportunities to continually improve core processes. Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need, which may include but is not limited to: holidays, extended shifts, night and/or weekend shifts, standby and/or on-call. This job description is only meant to be a representative
summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
*Responsibilities:*
* Creates a compelling mission and vision for department and organization in alignment with overall system strategic goals and objectives.
* Understands current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting the healthcare industry. Adheres to all federal, state, the Joint Commission, OSHA, ACR, and any other applicable regulatory and/or accrediting agency guidelines.
* Expresses ideas clearly, succinctly and logically in both written and spoken communication.
* Fosters a collaborative environment within the system, as well as within LifePoint as a whole (e.g. other hospitals and HSC).
* Consistently enhances service to create superior quality outcomes for our customers and organization.
* Ensures that employees fully understand their roles, responsibilities and performance standards expectations and provides ongoing feedback and support as employees strive to achieve expectations.
* Applies key financial concepts and analysis to decision making. Participates in the budget planning process.
* Adheres to realistic budgets to achieve the organization’s objectives.
* Clearly defines roles and responsibilities, determines necessary resources, and monitors performance toward measurable outcomes through appropriate systems and procedures.
*What you’ll need:*
Minimum Education
* Associate Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field of study Required
* Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field of study Preferred
* Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field of study Preferred Or related field of study or equivalent experience.
* Minimum Work Experience Required – 3 years experience in Finance, Billing, or Accounting experience.
* 1 year of supervisor experience.
* Preferred – 5 or more years of supervisory experience.
* Long Term Care experience.
*Why choose us:*
As a team member of the Health Support Center, our goal is to support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. Our focus is to attract, retain, and empower a diverse and determined workforce. Our mission statement is at the heart of who we are and what we do: “Making Communities Healthier.” In this shared mission, we believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.
*Benefits:*We offer an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary and benefits. Some of our benefits include 401k, flexible PTO, generous Employee illness benefit (EIB), medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. We believe that happy, healthy people have a passionate engagement with life and work and have designed our package to enhance your wellbeing.**
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**Organization:** **LifePoint Health Support Center*
**Title:** *Director, Post Acute Billing*
**Location:** *Tennessee-Brentwood*
**Requisition ID:** *7410-7548*
