HFMA NH VT Job Board

Business Application Analyst | Baystate Health

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:17:08 GMT

Are you a Business Application Analyst looking for a challenge? Could you use your talents to help us track a 1.5 billion annual operating budget?

Baystate Health is an integrated health care delivery system serving a population of nearly 1 million people in western Massachusetts. We are one of the largest health systems in New England with over 10,000 employees, three hospitals, and over 60 medical practices. Baystate Medical Center is the Western Campus of Tufts University School of Medicine, has the only Level 1 Trauma Center in the region and the only neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.

Here is what you will do:

Create and write database reports, analyzing and interpreting data, maintain and manipulate large data sets, and ensure integrity of the data for a large and complex budget tracking application (BPC).

Assist with planning and implementation of system enhancements, including addition of new companies, budget process development for new and existing companies, new functionality, and enhancement of existing schedules and reports.

Write and maintains logic files and tables.

Make the end user experience easier through process improvement and development of easy to understand reports.

Here is what you will need:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology or Mathematics

Six to eight years of analytical experience, preferably in the health care field, with sound problem solving skills.

Top notch proficiency in MS Excel (Advanced Level with skill set to include pivot tables, look-up functions and VB script) and SQL.

Experience with creating/writing database reports, analyzing and interpreting data, maintaining and manipulating large datasets, ensuring integrity of the data, and performing quality assurance.

To apply please visit www.baystatehealth.org/jobs position # 60764. To learn more please call Jason Pacheco 413-794-2384. Your confidentiality is guaranteed during the interview process.

Located in Springfield, Massachusetts, considered the "crossroads of New England," the area offers a rich quality of life for Baystate Health staff, including affordable housing, convenient access to many local attractions, and easy travel to Boston, New York City, and the beautiful Berkshires. For more information about all of the opportunities the Pioneer Valley has to offer, we invite you to visit www.valleyvisitor.com.

Baystate Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. EOE/AA

Manager of Accounting | Fletcher Allen Health Care

Tue, 01 May 2012 18:32:42 GMT

Position Description: Fletcher Allen Health Care, a dynamic health care facility located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont, has an opening for a Manager of Accounting.

Fletcher Allen is a 562-bed academic medical center affiliated with the University Of Vermont School Of Medicine. We are a Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center serving a population of one million throughout Vermont and Northern New York. With over 6,500 employees, we are the largest private employer in the state of Vermont.

The Manager of Accounting is responsible for the daily operations of the Corporate Accounting Department. In this capacity, s/he is responsible for the monthly close and year end process, in collaboration of the Director of Corporate Accounting, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. The Manager is responsible for the documentation of all policies and procedures as well as the monitoring of all accounting systems, including the General Ledger, Financial Edge, and REAL Assets. Additional responsibilities also include working with the Director of Corporate Accounting around consolidations and tax compliance issues for Fletcher Allen and its subsidiaries, including the filing of all regulatory documents (Form 990, 990T, 990EZ, etc.). The Manager will also work with the Director of Corporate Accounting around accounting issues, policies and procedures for grants for Fletcher Allen, in collaboration with the Office of Clinical Trials Research Licensing, the Development Office, and Faculty Practice Finance and Administration.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting required. MBA, CPA or similar professional designation preferred.

Experience: Four to eight years of progressive accounting experience. Previous experience must include financial statement preparation and analysis. A keen focus on instituting operational efficiencies required, with emphasis on internal controls and formalization of policies and procedures. Experience managing and supervising accounting and/or financial personnel is required.

Fletcher Allen offers a comprehensive benefits package including relocation.

Fletcher Allen proudly offers a non-smoking work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

To apply use our online application system at www.fletcherallen.org.

Chief Financial Officer | Phillips DiPisa on Behalf of Huggins Hospital

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:38:32 GMT

Position Description: Huggins Hospital, a critical access hospital serving residents of the lakes region of New Hampshire seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Reporting to the President & CEO, the CFO will be an integral member of the Hospital’s executive leadership team.

Primary responsibilities for this role include general accounting, budgeting, cash management reimbursement, patient accounts, information systems, investments, health information management, materials management, and patient access. The CFO will participate in strategic planning and ensure compatibility with the Hospital’s financial capacity as well as fiscal performance.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be a healthcare finance professional, possessing both analytical and strategic-thinking skills. At least five years of progressively responsible financial management experience within a healthcare system or hospital setting is required. A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline is required. A master’s degree in healthcare administration, finance, related field, or a CPA is preferred.

In addition to a strong track record of providing successful financial leadership, the best candidate will be an excellent facilitator and consensus builder, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

The Organization: This full-service hospital provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services including medical, surgical, gynecology, pediatric, intensive care, and emergency care.

Huggins Hospital has 500 employees, 31 medical staff, and 66 courtesy staff physicians. Annually, 1,500 patients are admitted, and the emergency department handles 14,000 visits. Its annual operating budget is $56.5 million.

Please forward resume or referrals (email preferred) to:

Jayne Kim, Phillips DiPisa
mailto:jkim@PhillipsDiPisa.com
Telephone: 508-366-4177
www.PhillipsDiPisa.com

Financial/Operational Analyst | New London Hospital

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:15:11 GMT

Position Description: Provide comprehensive financial and statistical information to department directors, senior management and the Finance Committee, that will assist in accomplishing the goals of the organization's strategic plan.

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or its equivalent and 2-3 years related experience with significant accounting and analytical responsibilities.

Please send resume to:

Marcia Goulart
mailto:marcia.goulart@newlondonhospital.org

Revenue Manager | Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:35:01 GMT

Position Description: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Health Partners located in Dover, NH, has an immediate opening for a full time Revenue Manager of Government Payers. As an integral member of the Revenue Cycle Operations management team, this position is responsible for managing the daily operations of the business office and accounts receivable staff for hospital and professional billing.

Qualifications: The candidate will be fully versed in Medicare, Medicaid and other regulatory requirements related to billing and collections. Bachelors in health management, business or related field preferred.

3-5 years experience in professional or hospital billing, demonstrated leadership ability, excellent communication, analytical and computer skills required. Experience with NextGen, Soarian Financials and/or Coding Certificate a plus.

Please send resume:

Diane Alburn
e-mail: mailto:diane.alburn@wdhospital.com
Phone: (603) 740-2498

Payroll Manager | Fletcher Allen Health Care

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:59:30 GMT

Organization: Fletcher Allen Health Care, a dynamic health care facility located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont, has an opening for a Payroll Manager.

Fletcher Allen is a 562-bed academic medical center affiliated with the University Of Vermont School Of Medicine. We are a Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center serving a population of one million throughout Vermont and Northern New York. With over 6,500 employees, we are the largest private employer in the state of Vermont.

Position Description: The Payroll Manager is responsible for the overall production of FAHC's biweekly pay runs, reporting of payroll information relative to budget, and coordination of tax and regulatory reporting. The Manager is responsible for ensuring a seamless interface between payroll and human resources on benefits and related issues and is responsible for managing FAHC's payroll software applications and interfaces. The Payroll Manager is a resource for educating FAHC managers with regard to payroll and timekeeping policies and procedures. Additional responsibilities include supervision of the payroll staff, and the payroll department operating budget.

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or related field.

Experience: Five to seven years of progressively responsible payroll experience including employment tax reporting and compliance, and proven leadership and managerial experience.

Fletcher Allen offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including relocation.

Fletcher Allen proudly offers a non-smoking work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

To apply use our online application system at www.fletcherallen.org, posting #20387.

Controller | Memorial Hospital

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:10:02 GMT

Position Description:

Minimum of 5 years of full financial reporting experience.
Minimum education and certification with a degree in accounting; preferably CPA.
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Experience with electronic accounting applications, preferably CPSI.
Experience with cost based reimbursement.
Experience with accounting for payroll, benefits, with a working knowledge of regulatory requirements.
Experience with third party and regulatory payors, with familiarity with regulations and contract compliance.
Responsible for all financial reporting, General Ledger maintenance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable,Charge Master, and external reporting.

Please send resume:

Donna Poyant
e-mail: mailto:dpoyant@memorialhospitalnh.org
Phone: (603) 354-5461

Senior Vice President, Treasurer & CFO | Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:12:51 GMT

Organization Highlights:

A nationally recognized and well-organized regional healthcare system serving all of Eastern, Northern, and Central Maine, the vision of Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems is “To be the best rural healthcare system in America by 2012.”

Comprised of 7 hospitals and over 700 beds, offering access to high quality healthcare across central and northern Maine.

Technologically advanced, EMHS has been named a "Beacon Community" through a federal grant supporting leading organizations in healthcare technology development within a region

Recognized by Modern Healthcare Magazine as one of 100 organizations nationally as a “Best Place to Work in Healthcare”.

Located in beautiful Central Maine with access to great outdoor recreation as well as urban amenities, the Bangor/Brewer area offers a renowned quality of life, having recently been named a “Top Place to Live” by RelocateAmerica.com and a “Top Place to Raise a Family” by Children’s Health Magazine.

Position Details: This is an exceptional opportunity for a healthcare leader with a passion for playing an key role in leading a continually evolving, mission-driven health system toward higher levels of integration. EMHS enjoys a strong competitive standing and a sound financial position. The Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer will report to the President and Chief Executive Officer Michelle Hood, FACHE. The opportunity to leverage the strengths and resources of a complex, integrated system creates a unique opportunity for a seasoned healthcare finance executive.

Please send resume:

Ellen Woodring
e-mail: ellen.woodring@ihstrategies.com
Phone: 816-795-1947

Patient Business Office Manager | Franklin Memorial Hospital

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:05:13 GMT

The Confidential Search Company is conducting an exclusive, executive search for our client, Franklin Memorial Hospital of Franklin, Maine.

Organization: Franklin Memorial Hospital (FMH) is a financially strong, 70-bed, full service, private, not for profit hospital that is recognized locally and in Maine as one of the finest hospitals in the country. It is located in a friendly, rural college town in close proximity to Sugar Loaf and Saddleback mountains and within 45 minutes of Augusta, ME. FMH has become a national leader of rural healthcare development.

FMH created and is now an affiliate of the Franklin Community Health Network, an integrated network of providers that includes Franklin Health (a multi-specialty group medical practice), Healthy Community Coalition (a health education, outreach, wellness, prevention organization), Evergreen Behavioral Services (a mental-health services provider), and the Western Maine Physicians-Hospital Organization.

The Patient Business Office (PBO) Manager will be responsible for the daily management and overall operations of Patient Financial Services. Currently PFS is divided into separate teams for hospital charges and physician fees.

Position Description: In cooperation with the PFS Leadership team, the PBO Manager will:

Lead the billing and collections functions of the organization

Coordinate and ensure adherence to the Hospital financial and department policies

Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and new programs to improve services, operations, and efficiency of the billing services

Participate in appropriate multi-disciplinary committees

Promote positive relationships with patients, hospital departments, physicians and community

Exercise independent judgment while performing job functions

Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Health Administration or related field or CPAM credential. Candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of hospital billing office supervisory or management experience and at least 5 years of medical billing experience. They will have strong analytical and problem solving skills and be highly organized. They will be highly organized and be able to work independently.

Candidates will have demonstrated leadership experience, be highly organized, and have excellent communications skills. They will have experience building a team and mentoring their staff.

Relocation assistance is available as appropriate.

Our client offers a strong benefit package and starting salary. Our focus is on background, experience and expertise. This is a highly visible and responsible position.

The Confidential Search firm is an executive search firm specializing in the placement of healthcare professionals. All inquiries will be handled in a strictly confidential manner.

Please send resume and salary history to:
Matthew O’Brien
The Confidential Search Company
”Serving the Healthcare Industry”
e-mail: ConfSearch@aol.com;
Fax: 860-742-8829;
Phone: 860-742-1555 or 800-222-2729

Director of HIM | Franklin Regional Hospital

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:00:43 GMT

The Confidential Search Company is conducting an exclusive, executive search for our client, Franklin Memorial Hospital of Franklin, Maine.

FMH created and is now an affiliate of the Franklin Community Health Network, an integrated network of providers that includes Franklin Health (a multi-specialty group medical practice), Healthy Community Coalition (a health education, outreach, wellness, prevention organization), Evergreen Behavioral Services (a mental-health services provider), and the Western Maine Physicians-Hospital Organization.

Position Description: The Director of Health Information Management (HIM) will be responsible for health information management services across the multi-facility healthcare system.

The Director is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring HIM systems.

They will:

Work as a line manager and direct HIM functions of all facilities in the healthcare system. Will provide oversight and direction to the coding, transcription, chart completion and ROI sections in compliance with federal and state laws and Franklin Memorial Hospital’s information practices

Set the healthcare system’s standards for data quality and ethical practice; Document and enforce the healthcare system’s health information management policies and procedures

Provide education and training to the healthcare system’s employees in areas relevant to health information management policies and procedures

Supports and facilitates clinical, administrative, and external data uses

Serve as an internal consultant on HIM issues including release of information, confidentiality, information security, information storage and retrieval, and record retention as well as authorship and authentication of health record documentation, standardization of medical vocabularies, and use of classification systems

Forecasts the healthcare system’s future technical and information needs

Coordinates specialty databases

Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have their RHIA certification (RHIT and extensive experience will be considered) with a master’s degree in health information management or related field. They will have experience in administrative and staff management; experience in project management, knowledge of information systems and healthcare applications in addition to database applications and report writing software. They will have strong experience with and knowledge of coding.

Candidates will have demonstrated leadership experience, be highly organized, and have excellent communications skills. They will have experience building a team and mentoring their staff and others throughout the hospital.

Relocation assistance is available as appropriate.

Our client offers a strong benefit package and starting salary. Salary is negotiable for an excellent candidate. Our focus is on background, experience and expertise. This is a highly visible and responsible position that will have a major impact on the financial success of the organization.

The Confidential Search firm is an executive search firm specializing in the placement of healthcare professionals. All inquiries will be handled in a strictly confidential manner.

Please send resume and salary history to:
Matthew O’Brien
The Confidential Search Company
"Serving the Healthcare Industry"
e-mail: ConfSearch@aol.com;
Fax: 860-742-8829;
Phone: 860-742-1555 or 800-222-2729

Director of Revenue Cycle | Huggins Hospital

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 19:06:01 GMT

Position Description: Huggins Hospital is seeking a Director of Revenue Cycle. In this role, the ideal candidate will be under the direction of the CFO and operate within established Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. They will be responsible for directing the ongoing operations of patient access (admitting and switchboard), patient accounts, and health information management departments to insure optimum performance and compliance. Identify and implement performance measures for the department (s) that will achieve the operational goals of the organization. Further, they will oversee the ensure quality in the preparation, indexing, and scanning of documents into the Hospital’s Information System.

Huggins Hospital is a 25 bed, critical access hospital located in the Lakes Region of NH in Wolfeboro, NH.

For consideration, please forward a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Department. EOE.

Huggins Hospital
Human Resources Department
PO Box 912, 240 South Main Street
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Fax: 603.569.7564 Attn: Human Resources Department

Chief Financial Officer | Franklin Community Health Network

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:28:11 GMT

Position Description: Witt/Kieffer has been retained by the Franklin Community Health Network (FCHN) in Farmington, Maine to assist in the recruitment for a new Chief Financial Officer. The Franklin Community Health Network is anchored by Franklin Memorial Hospital. This modern hospital has a spectacular physical plant and is one of the most technologically advanced community hospitals in the state. FCHN is a locally controlled, nonprofit, integrated network of rural healthcare providers.

FCHN is financially strong and well positioned for the future with net patient revenues of over $100 million and a nearly ten years of healthy operating margins. In addition to the hospital, the network includes Healthy Community Coalition, Evergreen Behavioral Services, NorthStar Emergency Medical Services, the Ben Franklin Center, and Franklin Health. Nationally renowned for its work in improving community health and community service, Franklin Community Health Network is an independent network that is a proud contributor to the status of Franklin County as the healthiest county in the state of Maine. The Franklin ScoreKeeper System is credited with contributing to Franklin County's distinction of having the state's lowest "excess preventable death" rate for cardiovascular disease. For more information, please visit http://www.fchn.org

The next CFO will need to bring contemporary financial and strategic management approaches to FCHN and work to develop a strong, proactive financial function to support the organization’s goals. In multiple ways, the next CFO can build upon the strengths of the system to develop innovative financial products, and work collaboratively with the clinical leaders to support new programs and services. The CFO reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for driving financial excellence, advising and supporting operational executives and the Board from a fiscal perspective. The CFO will work to establish a cutting edge revenue cycle function, and create a hands-on, business partner role with the CEO and Board. The next CFO will be responsible for all financial areas of the system including Patient Accounting, Financial Services, Health Information Services, Material Management, Treasury and Revenue Cycle.

FCHN seeks an energetic, seasoned financial executive who has significant financial management experience gained in a full service community hospital or comparable setting. There is a strong preference for candidates who have the desire and capacity to ultimately become a CEO. Candidates should ideally have had exposure to a rural health rural health network. Prior experience as a hospital CFO, Controller or Vice President of Finance experience is essential. A bachelor’s degree is required; a CPA and/or MBA is preferred.

To obtain additional information or to make a recommendation, please contact:

Tom Quinn
781/272-8899
Email to fchncfo@wittkieffer.com.

Document Review RN | Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:42:47 GMT

Position Description: The Document Review RN will be responsible for processing appeals for clinical denials. Assists the pre-certification team with obtaining clinical pre-certifications when necessary. Participates on the RAC committee and processes appeals to Medicare after review. Develop a charge auditing process to identify potential areas of risk and developing a corrective action plan. Works as an educational liaison between Revenue Management and clinical departments.

Ideal candidates should have both clinical and claims/billing experience.

Click on the following link to apply for this position:

http://www.ultirecruit.com/wen1002/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=4013

Payor Relations Director | Mercy Hospital - Portland, ME

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:09:28 GMT

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance & CFO, the incumbent is primarily responsible for developing and maintaining effective relationships with payors, and self insured employers, with respect to fee for service and accountable care contracting. This position focuses on increasing net revenue through favorable contracts that exceed our costs to provide quality care. The incumbent will proactively enter into constructive contracting relationships that capitalize on the value of Mercy services, manage pricing strategy both for charges and third party negotiated rates, and develops strategies to communicate and negotiate rates for the uninsured and those covered by high deductible plans.

The incumbent oversees the analysis of existing agreements provided by practice management operations reimbursement unit and assesses appropriate action for renegotiation, termination, and the like.

The incumbent will demonstrate essential financial and accounting skills, administrative ability, proactive initiative, resourcefulness, analytical and decision making skills as well as the ability to deal effectively and harmoniously with groups and individuals. The incumbent must understand and communicate quality and satisfaction goals and work well with physicians. The incumbent must manage the contracting effort, revenue impact analysis, tracks and trends contract performance both for quality and reimbursement. The incumbent must establish, maintain and continue to improve clearly documented policies and procedures for managed care contracting.

The incumbent performs duties and tasks in accordance with performance standards established for the job and other duties as assigned. The incumbent is responsible for participation in and completion of all patient safety initiatives appropriate to the position. In addition, the incumbent conducts all job responsibilities according to the Mission and Values of Mercy Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications: A Master’s degree or higher required with three years of management experience in a managed care setting, preferably working with hospitals in contracting or provider relations arenas. A Bachelors’ degree Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related discipline, supplemented by six (6) years or equivalent experience in healthcare revenue cycle, reimbursement and managed care contracting may be substituted for the Master’s degree.

Also required:

Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in a leadership/management role, in healthcare, finance or insurance required. Managed care review and contracting experience with various managed care payer groups.

Performance of financial /net revenue analysis as to impact of business reimbursement and profit margins.

Demonstrated knowledge of managed care shared risk, quality measures.

To apply, please visit: www.mercyhospital.org/careers

Senior Financial Analyst - Physician Practice & HIT | Mercy Hospital - Portland, ME

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:05:48 GMT

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Financial Planning, the individual is responsible for analysis and accounting relating to the physician practice operations of Mercy Medical Associates. This individual is responsible for developing and maintaining analyses which monitor the operations performance of individual physician practices. Such analyses will include but not be limited to profit and loss statements, which identify gross charges, contractual adjustments, collections, and bad debts by individual practice, and tracking and reporting systems that assist in the analysis of payment level relationships with third party payers for physician services coding distributions, charge capture, etc.

The individual will have an important role in the development of the annual Mercy Medical Associates budget. The individual will help develop balanced scorecards for presentation to management and physicians. The individual will also be responsible for completing the application for Hospital Information Technology (HIT) meaningful use incentive payments from the Medicare and Medicaid programs and will ensure ongoing compliance with the application’s requirements.

The incumbent performs duties and tasks in accordance with performance standards established for the job. The incumbent is responsible for participation in and completion of all patient safety initiatives appropriate to the position. In addition, the incumbent conducts themselves in a manner consistent with the Mission and Values of Mercy Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications: A Baccalaureate degree in Finance, Business or Accounting is required. Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or a Master’s in Business Administration is desired. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience with experience in a physician practice environment is strongly preferred. Direct experience with, or significant exposure to, governmental and commercial insurance physician payment is also preferred. Moderate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and an ability to interact with a variety of information systems is required. Strong interpersonal skills are required as the individual interacts with employees and department managers as well as representatives of external agencies. Must be able to operate independently and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision by the department director. Must have a high degree of analytical and problem solving skills to interpret and implement new regulations, prepare accurate analyses, and provide pertinent input for physician practice operations decisions. Must be highly accountable for the timeliness and accuracy of work. Must demonstrate flexibility in work schedule to meet the requirements of a deadline oriented environment. Must maintain confidentiality of employee and physician financial information.

To apply, please visit: www.mercyhospital.org/careers

Vice President, Finance - Physician Practices | Aurora Healthcare

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 16:28:06 GMT

Cejka Executive Search has been exclusively retained by Aurora Health Care to assist in the recruitment of a Vice President, Finance – Physician Practices. This role will be focused on the overall strategic direction for physician practice financial planning, compensation analysis, forecasting and budgeting processes. The Vice President, Finance will work collaboratively with market group finance leadership and corporate executives to effectively analyze and propose new business development initiatives.

AURORA HEALTH CARE

Aurora Health Care, a not-for-profit Wisconsin integrated health care provider, is a nationally recognized leader in efforts to improve the quality of health care. It has locations in more than 90 communities throughout eastern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois, including 15 hospitals, 185 clinics and over 80 community pharmacies. Approximately 3,400 physicians are affiliated with Aurora Health Care, including more than 1,200 who make up Aurora Medical Group and the 350 physicians of Aurora Advanced Healthcare.

For additional information about Aurora Health Care, please visit www.aurora.org

VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE – PHYSICIAN PRACTICES

The Vice President, Finance – Physician Practices will be responsible for planning, developing and implementing business and financial strategies which support the organization’s overall growth objectives and mission. The Vice President, Finance will also serve as a business partner to physician practice leadership and act as a contributor to physician practice growth strategies. This position is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and reports to the Vice President, Strategic Finance.

Ideal candidates are senior-level healthcare finance professionals who are experienced “leaders of leaders” in a complex, matrix-managed, integrated system. They will have diverse experience portfolios including both hospital and large medical group finance leadership roles and possess the ability to interact and consult with senior management at all levels of the organization. A key requirement of this role will be the ability to oversee and effectively manage financial modeling and analysis within a large integrated healthcare system.

For more information kindly contact:

Paul Esselman
Executive Vice President, Managing Principal
CEJKA EXECUTIVE SEARCH
800/209-8143
pesselman@cejkasearch.com

Director of Accounting | Fletcher Allen Health Care

Fri, 27 May 2011 18:03:37 GMT

Position Description: Fletcher Allen Health Care, a dynamic health care facility located in beautiful Burlington, Vermont, has an opening for a Director of Accounting.

Fletcher Allen is a 562-bed academic medical center affiliated with the University Of Vermont School Of Medicine. We are a Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center serving a population of one million throughout Vermont and Northern New York. With over 6,500 employees, we are the largest private employer in the state of Vermont.

The Fletcher Allen Health Care Director of Accounting is responsible for the following: overall production of FAHC's monthly financial statements, monthly internal reporting of financial results relative to budget, in conjunction with the Director of Budget and Analysis, and the coordination of the independent audit; monitoring and maintaining financial information in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), maintaining compliance with the AICPA's Health Care Audit Guide, and staying current with all financial pronouncements; managing FAHC's accounting software applications and interfaces; all tax compliance issues affecting Fletcher Allen and its subsidiaries including the timely filing of the Form 990 and all required schedules and day to day operations of the Corporate Accounting, Accounts Payable and Payroll Departments.

Experience: Eight to twelve years of recent accounting experience. Previous experience should include financial statement preparation and analysis. Experience managing and supervising accounting or financial personnel is required, including oversight of the Accounts Payable and Payroll functions.

Education: A Bachelor's degree in required. CPA or similar professional designation preferred. MBA strongly preferred.

The ideal candidate will have Excellent analytical, problem solving, time managementand organizational skills, with the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment. Ability to assimilate and retain high levels of detail, ability to deal with anever-changing environment, ability to meet defined time frames, strong customer serviceskills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, self-starter who is able to work independently, and able to handle multiple tasks and projects. Must have the skills to direct the accounting process for a variety of companies. Ability to understand different industries (i.e. Hospital, Pharmacy, Joint Ventures, Captive Insurance, Managed Care) and their various trends and practices. Knowledge of desktop PC applications (spreadsheet/word processing) and general accounting software required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Access is required.

Fletcher Allen offers a comprehensive benefits package including relocation.

Fletcher Allen proudly offers a non-smoking work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

To apply use our online application system at www.fletcherallen.org, posting #9502

Senior Operational Analyst | New London Hospital

Wed, 18 May 2011 19:18:57 GMT

Advise management on the financial strength of new business opportunities and of existing programs, departments, and services within the organization via financial/operational analysis, providing decision support services to assist executives and directors in improving financial performance, increasing net revenue and controlling expenses.

Contact:
Marcia Goulart
mailto:marcia.goulart@newlondonhospital.org

Executive Director - Revenue Cycle | Concord Hospital

Wed, 04 May 2011 06:10:20 GMT

Position Description: Reporting to the Senior Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, the Executive Director, Revenue Cycle has the overall responsibility for the Health System revenue cycle. This position directly oversees the revenue cycle activities of the hospital’s 135 FTEs in the all aspects of the revenue cycle in addition to providing the revenue cycle leadership with reports for the hospital and physician offices. Responsibilities include the daily operations of receivables management in all phases from pre-service to collections as well as providing analytical leadership on organizational performance of key metrics.

Additionally, the ED oversees the educational, charge capture and clinical auditing of patient charges as well as the professional billing activities of the corporation including over 200 employee physicians and advanced professionals.

Qualifications: Requirements include a Master’s Degree with a concentration in healthcare/financial management as well as 7-10 years of experience in Revenue Cycle leadership. CHFP certification thru HFMA is preferred. Knowledge of complex billing and reimbursement methods for Hospitals and professional billing is also essential. Hospital-based billing experience is a plus. Additionally, candidates must possess knowledge of government oversight rules for billing, compliance and revenue administration and have knowledge of collection agency management, credit and collections online billing technologies and experience with System conversions. Understanding and providing LEAN education and training related to process improvement in addition to strong analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

At Concord Hospital, we consider ourselves very fortunate to be located in a family-friendly area with limitless recreational and cultural activities, an affordable cost-of-living and a strong sense of community. From the magnificent White Mountains in the north of New Hampshire through the Lakes Region to the state’s strip of Atlantic seacoast, the Granite State is a vacationland of rugged outdoor adventure and urban charm. Newcomers are often surprised that New Hampshire has beaches. Although the state’s coastline is short, its saltwater beaches are accessible and pristine. Concord, the capital, is a lovely, walkable New England city with beautiful parks and gardens and historic attractions close at hand. If you like a good bargain, shoppers flock to outlets in North Conway and the Lakes Region.

To learn more about Concord Hospital and to apply please visit our site at:

www.concordhospital.org

Additionally, please visit our Human Resources microsite at:

http://www.realpeopleimportantwork.com

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Vice President, Finance - Physician Practices | Aurora Healthcare

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 11:10:29 GMT

AURORA HEALTH CARE

For additional information about Aurora Health Care, please visit www.aurora.org

VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE – PHYSICIAN PRACTICES

For more information kindly contact:

Paul Esselman
Executive Vice President, Managing Principal
CEJKA EXECUTIVE SEARCH
800/209-8143
pesselman@cejkasearch.com