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Patient Financial Services Director

Embark Behavioral Health · Bakersfield, CA · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$85k–$95k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Lead patient financial services and revenue cycle operations across a multi-site behavioral healthcare organization.
  • Oversee billing, collections, accounts receivable, denials management, reimbursement, and cash posting functions.
  • Partner with operational, clinical, compliance, and finance leaders to support revenue cycle performance and organizational goals.
  • Monitor key financial and operational metrics and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reimbursement outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare billing regulations, payer requirements, and organizational policies.
  • Manage relationships with payers, vendors, and external revenue cycle partners.
  • Recruit, develop, and mentor revenue cycle leaders while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred
  • 5-10 years of progressive healthcare revenue cycle experience
  • Experience leading teams and managing revenue cycle performance
  • Knowledge of commercial insurance, government payers, billing, collections, and reimbursement processes
  • Strong analytical, reporting, and leadership skills

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
  • Voluntary Ancillary Insurance Options including hospital indemnity, accident and critical illness plans
  • Employer-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, wellness resources, and access to legal and financial professionals
  • Access to wellness programs, including mental health support and preventive care tools
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions after one year of full-time employment
  • Pre-tax savings options including FSA and HSA accounts

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