Reimbursement Specialist III

Hackensack Meridian Health; Wall (SD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Reimbursement Analyst III to provide senior-level technical and analytical support across the reimbursement department. You will prepare advanced Medicare and NJDOH cost reports, conduct reimbursement studies and models, and coordinate audits for a dedicated region.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance is required, with 5+ years in reimbursement in a large health network or academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Minimum of 5 or more years of progressive reimbursement related experience in consulting and/or in a large health network and/or academic medical center.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Proven record of progressive professional growth and responsibility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to complete detailed work papers for an audit trail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level reimbursement support for Medicare, NJDOH cost reports and related studies.
• Coordinate strategic modeling, appeal development and tracking within the reimbursement department.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Audit preparation

Communication skills

Reimbursement knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Reimbursement Analyst III position provides specialized, senior-level technical and analytical support for all aspects within the reimbursement department for the Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) Network. Work assignments are complex and require in-depth knowledge of governmental reimbursement, possessing strong analytical and investigative skills. This position will guide and coordinate direction on reimbursement matters, including preparation of advanced sections of the Medicare and NJDOH cost reports, completion of advanced reimbursement studies and models (PPS Rate calculations, IME/GME, APC Rate calculations, etc.), and audit coordination. In addition, coordinates strategic modeling, appeal development and tracking. Will also coordinate the completion of cost reports for a dedicated region.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.

• Minimum of 5 or more years of progressive reimbursement related experience in consulting and/or in a large health network and/or academic medical center.

• Advanced proficiency in using technology including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.).

• Proven record of progressive professional growth and responsibility.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent analytical skills including ability to complete detailed work papers for an audit trail.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships with all levels of the Hackensack Meridian Health organization as needed.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Masters of Business Administration (MBA).

• Governmental Audit experience.

Minimum rate of $97,011.20 Annually

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

• Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

• Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.