How you’ll contribute 

Directs the department's activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.

Qualifications and requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration from an accredited school required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred. 
• Three years’ experience in healthcare financial operations and controls required. 
• Three years of supervisory experience required. 
• Knowledge of inpatient psychiatric and chemical dependency hospital finance preferred. 
• De-escalation certification is required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.

Essential Functions:

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical,
  administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding.
• Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.

• Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA). Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.