The essential job functions of this position require you to: provide visionary and strategic leadership and fiscal and resource management; communicate and build strategic working relationships with staff, faculty, and other individuals from diverse backgrounds; abide by University guidelines; maintain confidentiality; prioritize and manage work effectively; positively represent UK HealthCare; and report to meetings at different locations both on campus and off campus.
Shift
The expectation is primarily day shift, however as an exempt level position additional hours will be required as needed to perform job duties.
Job Summary
UK HealthCare is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as the Associate Vice President (AVP)/Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Health Affairs and Chief Financial Officer, the AVP/CRO will be the senior-most revenue cycle executive responsible for strategy and operations across the revenue cycle within a multi-tiered Academic and Community Medical Center.
This role oversees all aspects of the enterprise-wide revenue cycle, including front, middle, and back-end processes for technical and professional services. Areas of responsibility include Patient Financial Experience, Revenue Integrity, Utilization Review, Clinical Documentation Improvement, Coding, Billing, Denial Prevention and Management, Cash Management, Clinical Research Billing, Revenue Cycle Systems Applications, and Quality Assurance.
Why Lexington?
Nestled in the internationally renowned Bluegrass region of Kentucky, Lexington is a city of nearly 300,000 residents offering a perfect balance of opportunity and quality of life. Known for its dynamic economy, Lexington has been recognized by Money magazine and U.S. News as one of the Best Places to Live and ranks among the top cities in the Southeast for small business start-ups. Enjoy vibrant cultural events, world-class dining, and endless recreation, all in a temperate climate and relaxed atmosphere.
How to Apply:
The executive search firm, InTrust Partners, has been retained to recruit for this role. To be considered, applicants must complete the University of Kentucky application for the specific requisition AND contact Amanda Hargrove of InTrust Partners at ahargrove@intrustpartners.com.
This role demands exceptional leadership and communication skills, fiscal and resource management expertise, and the ability to foster strategic relationships with diverse stakeholders. The successful candidate will uphold University guidelines, maintain confidentiality, and represent UK HealthCare positively while managing multiple priorities in various on-campus and off-campus settings.
Join us in advancing excellence at UK HealthCare. Apply now to make an impact in a leading academic health system!
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate is a seasoned finance executive with experience in an academic medical center or integrated delivery system and hands-on experience in a successful Electronic Medical Record implementation – is an exceptional leader with a track record of partnering successfully with leadership teams to transform revenue cycle into a competitive advantage and a differentiator for the organization.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
A Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Business Administration or Management is required. Ten years of experience as a leader of substantial budgets ($40 million plus) and teams (150 plus). Proven track record of Electronic Medical Record implementation.
Deadline to Apply
12/15/2024
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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