Traveling Healthcare Project Director (24458)

Description Perot Systems Corporation is a worldwide provider of information technology services and business solutions to a broad range of clients. We are currently looking for a Traveling Healthcare Receivables Project Director to join our team.

Job Summary:
The position is responsible for creating value for our clients, principally in the area of A/R reduction. Requires a thorough understanding of billing and collection techniques as well as a working knowledge of supporting Patient Accounting functions. Focus is on cash collections and resolution of receivables, however, collaboration with other Revenue Cycle departments is necessary. The client is generally the BOD and CFO. The Director leads a team of Traveling Hospital Insurance Collections Specialists at a client hospital facility in accomplishing the revenue reimbursement goals set out in the contract. Manages a staff of approximately 10-20 on engagements that typically run 6-12 months.

The Traveling Healthcare Receivables Project Director temporarily relocates to one of our client hospitals throughout the USA as per our contract. Perot Systems will provide a furnished apartment and transportation twice a month to the Traveling Healthcare Receivables Project Director’s homebase. Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and be able to use your own vehicle when traveling to client sites. The position offers a competitive salary and benefit package along with a generous quarterly incentive plan.

Job Responsibilities:

Successfully executes scope of the assigned project by controlling, monitoring, and resolving the initial inventory and additional placements

Acts as an on-site liaison and resource to client

All cash is accurately accounted for with supportive documentation and corporate reporting is accurately completed and forwarded to Perot Systems within the mandated timeframe

Produces a high percentage of cash revenue in the shortest period of time, while resolving at least 95% of the assigned accounts receivable

Identifies and resolves problems, and suggests improvements that will benefit the client as well as Perot Systems and employs multiple approaches to solve the problems

Attends client meetings and conducts presentations to management and client concerning issues, programs or projects

Monitors staff performance, supports appropriate staffing levels, evaluates strengths and deficiencies, and provides necessary staff development in third-party collection procedures

Promotes a motivated team approach, with open lines of communication which succeeds in the accomplishment of individual, client and company goals

Monitors and grooms associates to assume new roles and responsibilities

Arranges Perot Systems housing needs, approves expense reports, and travel-related expenses

Required Skills:

5+ years of hands-on experience directing an A/R operation in hospitals including extensive knowledge of third-party billing, industry-specific forms, coding methodologies, general medical terminology and industry specific reimbursement and follow-up techniques

Extensive use of various Patient Accounting/Billing and ancillary support systems

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and working knowledge of Access and PowerPoint

Recognizes and anticipates potential financial liability; presenting solutions and preventing any financial liability to the client and Perot Systems

Stays informed of healthcare billing and collection guidelines and HIPAA compliance guidelines

Effective oral and written communication skills

Exhibits a high level of professionalism and ethical behavior

Must have valid driver’s license and be able to use your own vehicle when traveling to client sites

Must have auto insurance for self

Minimum Educational Requirements:

High school graduate or equivalent

College degree and/or certification are desirable

**Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and be able to use your own vehicle when traveling to client sites**

***This position is a 100% TRAVEL POSITION where you will temporarily relocate to a facility site***

Perot Systems is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Perot Systems Corporation to encourage and support equal employment opportunity for all Associates and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status.

Requirements See Above