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Chief Financial Officer
Conway Medical Center
Conway, SC
Full-time
Posted 9/9/2024
Job Description:
Conway Medical Center (CMC), located less than 15 miles from Myrtle Beach, SC, has partnered with WittKieffer to seek a dynamic, accomplished finance leader to serve as the next CFO. CMC is a private, independent non-profit healthcare system that is rapidly growing and focused on delivering high quality, safe, accessible cost-effective care to its coastal communities on the Grand Strand in northeastern South Carolina. CMC employs more than 2,000 staff members and has revenues of nearly $310 million.
As an organization poised for growth, the incoming CFO will have an opportunity to join an ambitious team in an independent, nimble environment in pursuit of strategic goals across the market. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer for CMC, Brian Argo, the CFO will be directly responsible for the financial operations and success of the health system. The CFO has oversight of areas such as finance, accounting, treasury, reimbursement, revenue cycle, case management, health information management and payor contracting. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the CFO will frequently advise and report to senior leadership and the Board of Directors regarding financial performance and metrics. This executive will play a key role in developing the health system’s short- and long-term strategic goals and priorities. Key priorities for the CFO will include maximizing opportunities to grow revenue, identifying and implementing cost savings opportunities to ensure long term financial stability, optimizing revenue cycle operations, reviewing managed care agreements, and active participation in organizational strategic planning and decision-making processes. The CFO must be an innovative, strategic leader with a proven track record of leading high-performing, service-oriented organizations. This executive will be a solutions-oriented leader able to implement and improve policies and procedures within finance such as revenue cycle and reimbursement. The CFO will drive change across CMC seeking out greater efficiencies and improvements in operations to enhance CMC’s financial position. We encourage individuals with ten or more years of progressive healthcare financial leadership experience to apply. A graduate level degree is required for consideration. The ability to forge strong partnerships with senior leaders and Board members is critical for success in this position. Ideally, candidates will bring a depth of experience in all areas of healthcare finance including accounting, financial operations, managed care contracting, revenue cycle, treasury, strategic planning and Board presentations.
Qualifications:
We encourage individuals with ten or more years of progressive healthcare financial leadership experience to apply. A graduate level degree is required for consideration. The ability to forge strong partnerships with senior leaders and Board members is critical for success in this position. Ideally, candidates will bring a depth of experience in all areas of healthcare finance including accounting, financial operations, managed care contracting, revenue cycle, treasury, strategic planning and Board presentations.
How to Apply:
We welcome inquiries and applications for this recruitment. Confidential inquiries, nominations and, expressions of interest can be submitted to the WittKieffer Candidate Portal by clicking here. For additional questions, please contact the consultant supporting this search, Keshia Harris, through the office of Melaney Mooradian preferably via email at [email protected].
Manager Audit Compliance
Cone Health
Greensboro, NC
Full-time
Posted 8/5/2024
Job Description:
Manages assigned staff. Selects and hires qualified employees. Conducts staff meetings (group and one-on-one) to ensure all employees are kept up to date regarding process improvements and key measures. Conducts consistent employee rounding sessions to discuss any current departmental opportunities or successes. Measures staff performance and recommends appropriate evaluation results. Motivates and strengthens staff performance through effective communications. Creates an environment conducive to strong employee engagement and positive employee retention; monitors results and creates action plans to address deficiencies when needed.
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Sets key productivity and quality objectives. Identifies process improvements; ensures department objectives are met. Conducts audits and monitors achievement of quality and productivity benchmarks. Monitors staff performance and provides coaching and training where appropriate. Performs continuous quality monitoring of compliance with all regulatory requirements which may include compliance reports, denial reports, underpayment reports, credit balances (ensuring all self-pay refunds are completed within acceptable timeframes), vendor reconciliations and data requests.
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Prepares and controls financial objectives. Plans, budgets and utilizes resources in the most efficient manner. Assists with operating and capital budget preparation; monitors expenditures and prepares variance reports as needed. Monitors payroll (Kronos) and labor productivity reports; makes adjustments in staffing levels as needed. Assures that staff understand and comply with constraints pertaining to spending and overtime.
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Directs, organizes and plans day-to-day operations of the department to ensure maximum reimbursement, productivity and efficiency. Supervises daily workflow to ensure accuracy of work. Reviews work queues to ensure appropriate and consistent follow up and resolution. Conducts audits to ensure that procedures and work flows are efficient. Sets an example of professionalism and courtesy in interactions with patients, families and team members.
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Communicate policies and procedures to all staff; provide timely updates when changes are made in policies and procedures. Conduct audits to ensure that policies and procedures are being followed. Ensure that difficult accounts and/or customer situations are resolved by analytically applying health system policies and procedures.
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Promotes staff knowledge of and compliance with regulations as they pertain to Revenue Cycle performance. Develop training sessions as needed on legal and regulatory guidelines. Inform staff of rules and regulation changes that will affect daily operations of Revenue Cycle. Schedule regular meetings with major payer groups to ensure we have appropriate communication to resolve backlogs of outstanding issues and account resolution.
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Maintains professional and technical knowledge. Remains informed of professional issues and developments. Establishes positive personal networks with healthcare affiliates both within and outside the health system. Attends continuing education workshops and seminars relevant to the healthcare industry or management. Takes responsibility for own actions, avoiding blame or excuses.
Qualifications:
Bachelors, Business Administration, Required Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Management preferred or High School Graduate or GED with ten years of healthcare revenue cycle experience.
Experience:
3-6 years, Required Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience and 6 years of healthcare revenue cycle experience required.
Apply:
https://careers-conehealth.icims.com/jobs/21253/manager-audit-compliance/job
Vice Dean, Finance and Administration, School of Nursing
Duke University
Durham, NC
Full-time
Posted 7/22/2024
Job Description:
Duke University School of Nursing (https://nursing.duke.edu/) seeks a collaborative, entrepreneurial and solution-oriented executive to serve as the next Vice Dean, Finance and Administration. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic financial leader to join a community committed to advancing health equity and embracing social justice in their academic, clinical, and research programs through their bold and ambitious 2022-2027 Strategic Plan (https://nursing.duke.edu/about-us/strategic-plan). A diverse community of scholars, scientists, educators, and clinicians, Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) is educating the next generation of transformational leaders in nursing. The school advances nursing science and education around the globe and fosters the scholarly practice of nursing across the U.S. U.S. News and World Report has ranked the DUSON Master’s program third in the nation for its 2024 “Best Nursing Schools” rankings (https://nursing.duke.edu/about-us/rankings-and-accolades).
The Doctor of Nursing Practice program ranked #3 (tie), while all participating specialty programs continued the trend of leading the country among graduate nursing program rankings at #1. Reporting to the Dean of the School of Nursing, the Vice Dean, Finance and Administration (Vice Dean) serves as the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer within the school, providing oversight to the financial, budgeting, human resources, facility management, information technology, and space planning functions. The Vice Dean serves as a member of the Dean’s senior leadership group and represents the school within the Duke University Health System, on campus, and to the outside community. The Vice Dean will be a close partner to the Dean of the School of Nursing in advancing the school’s strategic priorities and objectives, working in unison with other institutional officers, and reflecting and extending the collaborative and supportive spirit of DUSON. The Vice Dean plays a critical role in developing, communicating about, and implementing the fiscal management and operational strategies that sustain the School of Nursing. In collaboration with the Dean and other school and university leaders, the Vice Dean will determine and advance institutional imperatives; strategically align resources to institutional priorities; devise long-term planning strategies to ensure financial sustainability; adapt to an ever-changing world and marketplace; identify and leverage new revenue generation opportunities; continuously assess structures, policies, and practices for maximum effectiveness; and affirm and advance an inclusive campus community that is rooted in equity.
Qualifications:
The new leader should be a forward thinking, collaborative, and highly ethical financial leader whose style builds trust within the campus community and across DUSON’s myriad partners and constituent groups. The leader will be adept at change management with the ability to advocate for and bolster a suite of organizational services, motivate and inspire colleagues, and manage complex and intersecting priorities while maintaining forward momentum.
Successful candidates will have a strong individual commitment to the School of Nursing’s mission of health equity and social justice, as well as extensive leadership experience in healthcare or higher education finance and/or accounting and an earned bachelor’s degree (an MBA preferred). In addition, at least eight years of significant fiscal management responsibility with direct oversight of areas of fiscal analysis, forecasting, borrowing, accounting, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting functions are required. The leader will bring a deep knowledge of financial modeling and analysis, budgeting, and capital and financial transactions, an understanding of current and future trends in higher education, a demonstrated ability to implement strategies to support the long-term financial success of an institution, and a commitment to regularly communicate these strategies to constituents. Non-profit or fund accounting experience, as well as prior experience working in a School of Nursing or Public Health, is preferred.
Apply:
All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile found at https://wittkieffer.com/positions/200134.
WittKieffer is assisting Duke University in this search, which will remain open until an appointment is made. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal at https://apptrkr.com/5447323.
Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Greg Duyck, Sarah Palmer, and Kim Migoya [email protected] Duke University is committed to the principles of excellence, fairness, and respect for all people.
As part of this commitment, Duke actively values diversity in the workplace, and sees to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone.
Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke also makes good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
Chief Financial Officer
Self Regional Healthcare
Greenwood, SC
Full-Time
Posted 6/14/2024
Qualifications:
The next CFO will be a strategic, innovative leader with a proven track record of leading high-performing, service-oriented organizations. The CFO will be a collaborative, decisive leader able to contribute broadly across all levels of the health system. The CFO will need to be equally comfortable presenting to the Board of Directors, senior leadership, providers, and staff. Providing balance between strategic and operational finance will be critical to the future success of this executive. The CFO will be politically astute with experience reducing costs and growing revenue. The CFO must be a results-oriented, system thinker able to streamline financial operations across the system. Candidates should have a minimum of ten years of progressive financial leadership experience within a health system or hospital.
Position Description:
Self Regional Healthcare (Self Regional), based in Greenwood, South Carolina, has partnered with WittKieffer to seek a dynamic, accomplished finance leader to serve as the next CFO. Self Regional is comprised of its flagship facility, Self Regional Medical Center; two critical access hospitals; and a recently acquired skilled nursing facility. The health system serves a seven-county service area with more than a quarter of a million people in the Lakelands region of upstate South Carolina. Self Regional employs more than 2,000 staff members and has revenues of $650 million. With the recent growth of its physician network and geographical footprint, Self Regional is an organization poised for growth and seeks to be the best place to get care, best place to give care, and financially strong. Reporting directly to the President and CEO of Self Regional, Matt Logan, M.D., the CFO will be directly responsible for the financial operations and success of the health system.
The CFO has oversight of areas such as finance, accounting, treasury, reimbursement, and payor contracting. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the CFO will provide counsel and report to senior leaders and the board on Self Regional’s financial performance. This executive will play a key role in developing the health system’s short- and long-term strategic goals and priorities. Key priorities for the CFO will include maximizing opportunities to grow revenue, evaluating the current state of financial operations, assisting in formalizing Self Regional’s urgent care model, and supporting the health system in employing providers. The CFO must be a hands-on, operational leader able to proactively identify opportunities for cost containment and revenue generation. The CFO will be charged with completing a thorough assessment of Self Regional’s financial position and infrastructure. The CFO must find innovative ways to stabilize and strengthen financial operations across the health system. This executive will be a solutions-oriented leader able to implement and improve policies and procedures within finance such as revenue cycle and reimbursement. The CFO will drive change across the health system seeking out greater efficiencies and improvements in operations to achieve the health system’s strategic goals and priorities.
How to Apply:
Confidential inquiries, nominations and, expressions of interest can be submitted to the WittKieffer Candidate Portal at https://candidateportal.wittkieffer.com/login?returnUrl=%2Fdescription%3FjobID%3D200194.
For additional questions, please contact the consultant supporting this search, Keshia Harris, through the office of Trey Wilson preferably via email at [email protected].