Contracting Financial Analyst - Hybrid - MUST Reside in Colorado

Job Summary

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Contracting Financial Analyst - Hybrid - MUST Reside in Colorado to join our team! At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

About the role

• Maintain and update Epic systems to ensure accurate alignment with revenue cycle processes for contracted commercial and Medicare MA health plans.
• Collaborate with IT, revenue cycle, and operational teams to troubleshoot and resolve Epic-related issues.
• Monitor system updates and implement necessary changes to support contract terms and billing workflows.
• Support the review, analysis, and renegotiation of payor contracts to ensure favorable terms.
• Maintain documentation and update systems to reflect revised contract terms on an ongoing basis.
• Develop detailed contract models to assess financial impact and support decision-making.
• Conduct analyses of reimbursement rates, payment methodologies, and financial trends.
• Prepare forecasts and reports to inform leadership and strategic planning.
• Provide ad-hoc support to address urgent or unique issues related to contracts or financial performance.
• Collaborate across departments to gather and interpret data for ad-hoc initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Epic and Revenue Cycle Collaboration (60%):
• Maintain and update Epic systems to ensure accurate alignment with revenue cycle processes for contracted commercial and Medicare MA health plans.
• Collaborate with IT, revenue cycle, and operational teams to troubleshoot and resolve Epic-related issues.
• Monitor system updates and implement necessary changes to support contract terms and billing workflows.
• Contract Updates and Renegotiations (15%):
• Support the review, analysis, and renegotiation of payor contracts to ensure favorable terms.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and operational teams to ensure contracts align with organizational goals.
• Maintain documentation and update systems to reflect revised contract terms on an ongoing basis.
• Contract Modeling and Financial Analysis (20%):
• Develop detailed contract models to assess financial impact and support decision-making.
• Conduct analyses of reimbursement rates, payment methodologies, and financial trends.
• Prepare forecasts and reports to inform leadership and strategic planning.
• Ad-Hoc Projects (5%):
• Provide ad-hoc support to address urgent or unique issues related to contracts or financial performance.
• Collaborate across departments to gather and interpret data for ad-hoc initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in business, finance, healthcare administration, or a related field required.
• 7-9 years proven experience in Epic systems, payor contracting, and revenue cycle operations.
• Preferred certification in Epic or related healthcare technology systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data modeling tools and Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement methodologies and compliance requirements.

Salary and Benefits

$93,000.00 - $144,100.00 / yr
Benefits include:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.