Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must have minimum ten to fifteen years business/industry work experience with at least three years of experience in managing multiple, medium to large cross-functional teams or projects and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders. Experience in areas such as business process re-engineering, transformation, and Six Sigma. Healthcare/clinical operations industry experience required. Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and policies as they relate to the financial operation of a large hospice. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices or patient registration, billing, accounts receivable and cash management in a hospice setting. Prior experience and strong knowledge of hospice and physician billing and reimbursement; knowledge of payer requirements relative to coding, charging and billing. Thorough knowledge of reserving methods and impact of revenue cycle policies and procedures. Strong computer system skills including hospital financial management systems. Strong negotiation skills, initiative. Ability to plan, implement and evaluate systems and procedures. Ability to manage multiple priorities; Ability to organize, direct and evaluate work of assigned staff.

EDUCATION

• Master’s degree in health, public or business administration, accounting, financeor related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

• EOE/AA M/F/D/V

VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.

All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard—find your purpose at VITAS today.

Benefits Include:

- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program

Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.

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