The Vice President serves as a strategic leader to oversee revenue cycle management (RCM), implementation of new RCM software, performance analysis, transition to Managed Medicaid (Oklahoma), payer relations and contract implementation in a CCBHC environment.

The VP will report to the Chief Financial Officer and will drive enhance, streamline, automate, and optimize the functions of the revenue continuum following industry best practices. Adopt lean office methodology, automation, and technology, and data analytics to streamline and advance end-to-end processes.
Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements in revenue cycle management, technology, access management, and payer contracting including managed care. This position must operate within the context of the federal and state regulations and guidelines, as well as those required by a variety of insurance companies as defined in their agreements and contracting guidelines.
The VP will collaborate closely with the VP of Access and other F&CS departments. The VP will chair a revenue growth committee. Because of the inter-department and multifunction dependencies, strategic leadership with deep understanding of revenue cycle management and exceptional communication skills will be essential in driving efficiency, accuracy, and compliance within operations. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Master's degree preferred
• Extensive experience with a successful track record with progressive responsibilities without bachelor's degree may be considered if candidate will agree to obtain a bachelor's degree

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible revenue cycle, payer contracting, and related operations leadership experience, including managing end-to-end revenue cycle processes, overseeing billing operations, receivables management, credentialing, claims processing, denials management, payment posting, payer relations and negotiations, patient financial services, and support services within a complex healthcare environment, including at least five years of senior-level leadership experience;

• Extensive experience and understanding of the healthcare industry, including knowledge of billing processes, revenue optimization, medical coding, reimbursement methodologies including value-based programs, and regulatory compliance.
• A proven track record of strategic leadership within a healthcare environment, possessing a deep understanding of the current forces, trends, and issues in health care affecting consumers, employers, payers, and providers.