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Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Director, Patient Financial Services
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department
UBHC - Finance
Overview
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC’s 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school.
Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.
Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Director, Patient Financial Services in the Finance Department of Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.
The Director plans, organizes, staffs, directs and controls accounts receivable management, patient care billing, insurance verification, refund processing, and credit and collections for University Behavioral HealthCare. Management of the outpatient registration and inpatient admitting staff. Assists UBHC’s Chief Financial Officer in the management of UBHC financial operations. Responsible for University Correctional HealthCare provider network claims processing.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
The Director plans, organizes, staffs, directs and controls accounts receivable management, patient care billing, insurance verification, refund processing, and credit and collections for University Behavioral HealthCare. Management of the outpatient registration and inpatient admitting staff. Assists UBHC’s Chief Financial Officer in the management of UBHC financial operations. Responsible for University Correctional HealthCare provider network claims processing.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Plans, directs and monitors the daily activities of the Patient Accounting staff.
- Monitors the daily activities of the staff to make maximum utilization of employees, equipment and materials within budgetary limitations.
- Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with the Medical staff, Utilization Review, Clinical Records, and other departments.
- Develops and implements systems and procedures to accurately identify all billing services and achieve an optimal rate of collection.
FLSA
Exempt
Grade
34S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary
122448.000
Mid Range Salary
162217.000
Maximum Salary
201985.000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status
Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours
37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description
Executives and Directors
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field.
- Seven (7) years experience in Patient Financial Services, including Patient Accounting, Registration, Financial Counseling, third party insurance and coding techniques, of which at least three (3) have involved managerial responsibilities.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of Admission/Discharge, transfer and billing systems is required.
- Outstanding human relations and leadership skills, and the ability to function in a team environment required.
- Demonstrated knowledge is necessary of how to accomplish superior performance in a unionized environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Position requires standing under 1/3 of the time, walking under 1/3 of the time, and sitting up to 2/3 of the time.
- Required to talk or hear over 2/3 of the time.
- Travel between sites is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number
26ST0104
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
Piscataway (RBHS)
City
Piscataway
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have seven (7) years of experience in Patient Financial Services, including Patient Accounting, Registration, Financial Counseling, third party insurance and coding techniques, of which at least three (3) have involved managerial responsibilities?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Salary : $122,448