At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
WORK SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 8:00a - 4:30p. This position has the option to be hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides reimbursement and financial support by preparing all cost reports and workpapers; completing and presenting financial analyses and reports as requested; completing payor accruals at month end; maintaining all system contract modeling, updating rates as all commercial payor contracts are renewed and governmental rates are released; and providing analyses to assist in managed care contract negotiations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in hospital reimbursement (including Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement and cost reporting experience) required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related business field preferred
- Experience with Epic and Strata preferred
- Proficiency in Health Financial Systems (HFS) cost reporting software preferred
- Experience in system reimbursement contract modeling a plus
- Current working knowledge of the financial statement process, running ad-hoc patient financial system and/or general ledger financial reports, and strong financial skills
- Solid computer and system skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively and courteously
- Strong analytical/critical thinking and presentation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all departments and levels of personnel
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to focus on detail and multi-task
- Self-motivated with the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational skills and maintains a professional and neat work environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.
Physical Effort required:
- Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing
- Frequently (34%-66%) - handling/feeling
- Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), balancing, crouching, reaching
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
