Manager, Cash Applications

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Here, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride.

Your role:

Reporting to the Associate Director, Revenue Cycle Management - Cardiology, the Revenue Cycle Manager, Cash Applications and Patient Financial Assistance (PFA), is responsible for leading and overseeing the strategic direction, operations, and performance of payment, daily reconciliation of EFT and manual posting and adjustments ensuring a 95% accuracy and high volume posting, overpayment and denial posting resolution, and all Patient Financial Assistance functions for all Bardy Cardiology.

This position also ensures compliance, reporting on key metrics, leading and overseeing the development, delivery, and evaluation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with third-party billing regulations, efficiency, and effectiveness for all Cash applications, Patient Financial Assistance, and other duties that apply. Manage and oversee end-of-month closing activities.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead and mentor RCM Cash applications and PAS teams across all of Bardy Cardiology to align with the Revenue Cycle Management strategic vision and own the development and execution of Revenue Cycle Management initiatives.

• Lead a team of Supervisors and other direct reports, including but not limited to leading new hire recruitment and selection, employee performance management, coaching, and development to ensure compliance with established business service level agreements, best practice procedures, and government/third-party billing requirements.

• Identify, develop, and monitor key performance indicators and dashboards to identify trends and ongoing continuous improvement opportunities within the department, and escalate issues and recommendations to RCM leadership.

• Ensure that documentation required for cash application is received on time and within the set timeframes to reconcile reimbursement.

• Establish team performance standards to optimize team effectiveness and individual productivity. Including development of achievement goals and corrective measures as appropriate.

• Own escalated issues within the RCM Verifications and Authorizations team and act as a decision maker that aligns with policy guidelines.

• Conduct needs analysis on actionable claims data to identify gaps and implement workflow enhancements.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments within RCM and across Bardy leadership.

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, conferences, and other activities when possible.

• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

What you''ll bring:

• 5+ years' experience in Revenue Cycle Management role required, Cardiology device experience a plus

• 2+ years Supervisor experience required

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, guidelines, and standards, including a working knowledge of Compliance and HIPAA rules and regulations

• Knowledge of Third-Party Payer rules and regulations

• Knowledge of all revenue cycle functions from end to end, and Third-Party billing systems

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software

• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills

• Proven change management and strong leadership skills

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

• Collaboration skills working with cross-functional teams

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements.At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $96,000-$132,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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