Revenue Cycle Director
Palo Alto County Health System
- Emmetsburg, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Supervise and coordinate staff in patient registration/discharge, receptionist duties, insurance processing, collections, and medical records management.
- Oversee governmental reimbursement programs, denials management, commercial insurance billing, and the financial assistance program.
- Analyze and interpret financial and operational data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Assist with negotiation, development, and management of third-party payer contracts.
- Manage billing operations with a focus on workflow efficiency and accuracy of claims.
- Maintain charge master and ensure compliance with billing regulations.
- Monitor accounts receivable performance and implement strategies to maximize cash flow.
- Prepare and distribute reports for internal departments and external agencies.
- Participate in budget planning and evaluate equipment needs.
- Develop departmental goals aligned with organizational strategies.
- Ensure adequate staffing and conduct timely employee evaluations.
- Participate in regional patient accounts teams and PACHS committees.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and regulatory policies.
- Support PACHS's mission and uphold patient confidentiality and dignity.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, healthcare administration, or related field.
- Certificate of either Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle functions.
- Previous supervisory or management experience.
- Strong inpatient and outpatient medical coding and billing audit experience.
- Experience with Cerner Community Works electronic medical records preferred.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws related to critical access hospital management.
- High-level interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in office equipment and computer systems.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems in a team environment.
- Flexibility to work varied hours and adapt to changing healthcare processes.
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid disability
- IPERS (Iowa Public Employees Retirement System)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Relocation assistance
- Continuing education support and wellness programs