Whittaker Group Healthcare Recruiting & Executive Search

Mrs. Michelle Whittaker-McCracken
Managing Partner
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Director Finance
Chelsea Hospital – Trinity Health
Posted 9/13/2023
Introduction:
Chelsea Hospital is a 133-bed, not-for-profit hospital established in 1970 leading the way in patient safety in satisfaction. Located in Chelsea, Michigan, Chelsea Hospital is a joint venture between Trinity Health System and University of Michigan Health. These two award-winning health systems bring new services to Chelsea, while sharing resources, best practices and more to drive innovation and a higher level of care. Chelsea Hospital is nationally recognized for both quality of care and patient satisfaction by national ranking organization Press Ganey, and is one of only 19 hospitals nationwide with the distinction of having a double, five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. It is accredited by the Joint Commission and attracts more than 500 physicians with leading edge technology and compassionate care. As a not-for-profit hospital, Chelsea Hospital reinvests its profits into the community through programs to serve the poor and uninsured, manage chronic conditions like diabetes, provide health education, and outreach to the elderly.
Job Description:
The Director of Finance is responsible for financial stewardship and direction of Chelsea Hospital through effective business leadership, strategy development, internal controls and operating and capital budget development, monitoring and management. The selected candidate provides senior executive leadership and direction for finance, materials management, supply chain, health information management, (HIM), ICD-10, real estate lease/purchases in conjunction with Chelsea Hospital System Property Management Department. They act as the Chelsea Hospital for System’s Manager of Patient Access. The Executive Director is responsible for the integrity of all financial information and reporting. The position participates with other senior management to address, interpret, resolve and monitor a broad and diverse range of financial, operational and strategic issues. The Executive Director contributes to the overall management of Chelsea Hospital by driving key strategies and financial performance as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Proactively works in a collaborative manner with other members of the Senior Leadership Team, with Regional leadership, and with Trinity Health System Office and Unified Service Organizations to improve financial performance and attain strategic goals and objectives.
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance, or related field required. A Master’s degree or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strongly preferred. Healthcare Financial Management Association certification desirable. Ten years’ experience in financial management with progressively increasing responsibility and a minimum of five years’ experience as CFO, controller or finance director in a hospital setting is required. Must possess knowledge of the healthcare environment and key issues associated with hospitals, ambulatory care and physician alignment, in addition to an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of healthcare finance and strategic financial planning. Ability to work in a complex matrix reporting environment.
Compensation/Benefits:
Health & Well-Being Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage with no waiting period Flexible Spending Accounts Employee and Dependent Life Insurance Adoption Assistance Financial Well-Being Competitive Salary Retirement Savings Program, including 403(b)/401(k) plan with employer matching and core contributions Opportunity to opt-in to DailyPay™ for earned wage access Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Relief Services Time Away from Work Flexible Paid Time Off for vacation, sick time, and personal time Paid Holidays Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage Perks, Growth, Training Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, auto/homeowner’s insurance, legal insurance, and more Exclusive discounts at many national and local merchants Opportunities for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health One year Nurse Residency Program for newly hired nurses with less than one-year of experience.
Instructions for Resume Submission:
You may apply online at https://trinityhealth.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Jobs/job/Saint-Joseph-Mercy-Health-System-Hospital-Campus—Chelsea-Mi/Executive-Director-Finance—Chelsea-Hospital_00450853
Resume and Cover Letters may also be submitted to [email protected]
Senior Financial Analyst
Trinity Health
Posted: 7/19/2023
Introduction:
An exciting opportunity awaits you with Trinity Health Oakland! Our team is committed to creating a healthier future for everyone – especially those who are compassionate experts who together, are committed to becoming the most trusted health partner for life. This is our promise to you. If you’re a talented and dedicated professional with a passion for helping your community thrive, we think you’ll fit in perfectly here.
Job Description:
Responsible for (1) Analysis and synthesis of financial information necessary to support strategic decisions for the Hospital and its affiliates (2) Conducting formal and/or informal presentations of financial information, analytical results, and recommendations for action to the management on any new venture or programs, and (3) Modeling financial impact of business ventures and new programs.
Duties / Responsibilities:
Develop the long range financial plan for the community health care system. Develop and track financial and organizational strategies to reduce the risk and improve the profitability portfolio of the organization. Develop financial analysis for new programs. Evaluate financial feasibility of product/services, contractual arrangements, major capital projects or operational initiatives. In coordination with the Controller, manage financial analysis for any collaboration/partnership agreement. Provide comprehensive analysis to facilitate sound business decisions. Assist in developing long and short term financial and operating target for hospital and other affiliated entities. Assist in capital allocation process. Work with hospital/subsidiary personnel to ensure appropriate allocation of capital funds. Prepare associated analysis as necessary. Other duties as assigned Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of St. Joseph Mercy Oakland through performing behaviors consistent with the Trinity Health Values. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity Health Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standards of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behaviors. Supports and conducts one’s self in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum Education, Licensure / Certification and Experience Required.
A. Education Bachelor’s degree with major in Accounting or Finance or equivalent required; MBA desirable.
B. Licensure / Certification CPA License desirable.
C. Special Skill / Aptitudes Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups. Proficiency in microcomputer utilization required. A high level of analytical ability is necessary in order to gather and interpret financial data, develop and monitor financial systems, develop financial models, and problem solve effectively. The ability to work, problem solve, and make decisions independently with a minimum of direction is required. Strong organizational skills are also necessary in order to prioritize job responsibilities and assignments, and meet deadlines consistently.
D. Experience Three to five years progressively more responsible experience in Healthcare financial analysis is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
MBA desirable
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with major in Accounting or Finance or equivalent required
Compensation/Benefits:
With a competitive salary commensurate with years of experience, Trinity Health has a benefits package that begins your first day of hire! This includes medical insurance by Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental by Delta Dental of Michigan, vision and other insurances as well as paid time off and a matching 403b program!
Instructions for Resume Submission:
Please apply using the following link: https://trinityhealth.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Jobs/job/Saint-Joseph-Mercy-Health-System-Hospital-Campus—Pontiac-Mi/Senior-Financial-Analyst_00440611 Or forward resumes to: [email protected]

Job posted on: 6/21/2023
Reimbursement Analyst
Hillsdale Hospital
Introduction:
Hillsdale Hospital is dedicated to excellence in healthcare community service, continued improvement, and respect for human life. We manage the health needs of our local community through compassionate and highly skilled care in our clean, safe, healing environment. The Hospital is currently recruiting for a Reimbursement Analyst.
Job Description:
The Reimbursement Analyst performs reimbursement and service line analysis for the Hospital. Duties to include collection rate determination, chargemaster maintenance, audit and cost report preparation assistance, third party reporting, service line profitability analysis, and miscellaneous duties and tasks assigned by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
- Performs chargemaster maintenance and new charge analysis
- Completes third party logs
- Assists accounting firm in cost report preparation
- Completes quarterly report for the fiscal intermediaries
- Completes product line profitability analysis
- Completes occupational mix survey
- Performs compliance billing audits
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required • Healthcare finance experience preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
Healthcare finance and or reimbursement experience preferred.
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
Compensation/Benefits:
Compensation will be based on experience and education. Benefits package includes: Insurance – medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability; Paid Time Off – vacation, sick days, personal days, holidays; Retirement – 403(b) with match; Education Assistance and continuing education: many courses offered on-site at the Hospital.
Instructions for Resume Submission:
Applications can be submitted on the Hillsdale Hospital website: www.hillsdalehospital.com

Job posted on: 5/26/2023
Manager of Patient Financial Services
Sparrow Health System
Introduction:
Sparrow Health System, Mid-Michigan’s largest Health System, is recruiting for a Manager of Patient Financial Services in the Central Business Office. The Manager will provide leadership, management, and direction within the Consolidated Business Office (CBO) of Sparrow Health System, ensure that billing operations of Sparrow Health System are in compliance with all applicable rules and regulation, and ensure that the mission, vision, and values of Sparrow Health System are met.
Job Description:
Provide leadership for billing operations, including:
- Monitor key performance indicators within span of control. Work with leadership and staff to develop and direct process improvement initiatives related to these KPI’s.
- Provide leadership in developing and improving associate engagement.
- Develop an organizational plan for areas of responsibility.
- Determine staffing needs and standards of productivity, develop a highly effective team, and establish procedures, systems and appropriate job classifications.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local codes, regulations and ordinances.
- Consult and advise department managers and supervisors on a regular basis to evaluate the competence of the work force, and make appropriate changes.
- Maintain open lines of communication and seek to maintain high associate morale in a professional, healthy, positive atmosphere and environment.
- Establish policies and procedures to properly govern billing. *Performs interviewing, selecting, orienting and training of staff within span of control.
- Develop an organizational plan for areas of responsibility.
- Provide leadership for Sparrow Health System billing.
- Monitor key performance indicators within the Manager’s span of control. Work with the billing leadership team to develop and direct process improvement initiatives related to these KPI’s.
- Provide leadership in developing and improving associate engagement.
- Consult and advise department managers and supervisors on a regular basis; evaluate the competence of the work force, and make appropriate changes; maintain open lines of communication; seek to maintain high associate morale in a professional, healthy, positive atmosphere and environment.
- Work closely with other Sparrow leaders, and affiliates, to develop accurate, efficient, and maximized charging and billing practices.
- Ensure compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations and work with regulatory agencies governing healthcare reimbursement by continually monitoring the financial implications and status of regulations and audits accordingly.
- Represent the Health System, as assigned by the Director, in its relationship with other health agencies, organizations and groups, government agencies and third party payors at the state, national, and local level.
- Maintain professional affiliations and enhance professional growth and development by keeping abreast of the latest trends in healthcare policy, administration, delivery and financing.
- Identifies the need for revision of existing services or development of new services in response to changing customer needs and expectations.
- Reviews and recommends for write-off of A/R balances, adjustments for non-contractual reasons.
Required Qualifications:
Work Experience should include a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Healthcare Billing Management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Membership in HFMA, MPAA or related professional organization.
Education Qualifications:
Associates Degree in Business or related field required. Bachelors Degree preferred.
Compensation/Benefits:
Sparrow Health System offers competitive salary, based on applicable experience. Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance benefits are also offered. Leadership positions are eligible for annual incentive bonuses. We have a generous 401k plan with employer matching.
Instructions for Resume Submission:
You may apply directly to this position on our website for immediate consideration by clicking on: https://careers.sparrow.org/job/%C2%A037596/SHS-MGR-CONSOLIDATED-BUSINESS-OFFICE-CBO-BILLING You may also visit our career page at https://careers.sparrow.org and searching for posting 37596 SHS-MGR-CONSOLIDATED BUSINESS OFFICE (CBO) BILLING For more information, or to submit a resume, please email Melissa Lucero, Manager of Talent Acquisition at [email protected]

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