Director Revenue Cycle, Surgery Centers

Vail Health has become the worlds most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520000-square-foot 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients with the most beautiful views in the area located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

About the opportunity :

The Ambulatory Surgery Center Director of Revenue Cycle is responsible for managing and optimizing the revenue cycle processes across multiple surgery center locations. This role ensures that patient access registration scheduling billing coding collections and reimbursement operations are efficient and compliant with regulatory standards. The Director will collaborate with site managers and clinical staff to ensure consistent revenue cycle practices maximize revenue capture and enhance financial performance.

What you will do :

• Oversee the entire revenue cycle process for all surgery centers including patient registration scheduling accuracy insurance verification billing coding collections payment processing and health information management within the chosen practice management platforms.
• Lead mentor and develop the revenue cycle team across all surgery center locations fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Set clear performance goals and metrics for the revenue cycle team and monitor their achievement.
• Ensure accurate patient estimate creation is provided timely to every scheduled person along with the collection of all point of service amounts due before the surgery.
• Ensure timely and accurate billing and coding to maximize revenue capture.
• Implement best practices to reduce denials and improve collection rates across all locations. Collaborate with clinical administrative and IT departments at each surgery center to optimize revenue cycle workflows within the practice management software.
• Oversee clinical documentation initiatives to support accurate billing and coding. Work closely with physicians and clinical staff to ensure proper documentation practices.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize revenue cycle performance across multiple sites. Communicate effectively with senior management providing insights and recommendations for revenue cycle improvements aligned with budget including regular audits to identify and mitigate risk.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the revenue cycle at each surgery center.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management highlighting trends and areas for improvement.
• Develop and manage the revenue cycle budget ensuring cost-effective operations across all sites.
• Ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations related to documentation billing and reimbursement.
• Stay updated on changes in healthcare regulations and payer requirements ensuring all sites are compliant Foster strong relationships with payers and other external stakeholders.
• Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need : Experience :

Required :

5 years of experience in revenue cycle management including revenue cycle management software and financial reporting tools required.

2 years of experience in Surgery Center revenue cycle management preferred.

3 years in a leadership role preferably in a multi-location healthcare setting.

5 years healthcare billing coding and reimbursement processes.

Ability to analyze complex data and develop actionable strategies.

Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.

Experience managing revenue cycle operations across multiple locations is highly desirable.

Preferred :

HST Pathways Practice Management implementation along with eChart

Waystar clearinghouse optimized workflow

License(s) :

N / A

Certification(s) :

Financial Management Association (HFMA) or Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) certifications preferred

Computer / Typing :

Must possess or be able to obtain within 90 days the computer skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies access online forms and policies complete online benefits enrollment etc.

Must have working knowledge of the English language including reading writing and speaking English.

Education :

Bachelors degree in finance business administration healthcare management or a related field. Masters degree preferred.

Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include :

Competitive Wages & Family Benefits :

Competitive wages

Parental leave (4 weeks paid)

Housing programs

Childcare reimbursement

Comprehensive Health Benefits :

Medical

Dental

Vision

Educational Programs :

Tuition Assistance

Existing Student Loan Repayment

Specialty Certification Reimbursement

Annual Supplemental Educational Funds

Paid Time Off :

Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.

Retirement & Supplemental Insurance :

403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Recreation Benefits Wellness & More :

Up to $1000 annual wellbeing reimbursement

Recreation discounts

Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per year.

Yearly Pay :

$102398 $146265.60 USD

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Business Development,Apprentice,Asset Management,ABAP,IT Strategy,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1