Supervisor, Financial Clearance

Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Supervisor, Financial Clearance Job Summary: The Supervisor of Financial Clearance is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of staff who perform Financial Clearance functionality. Reporting directly to the Revenue Cycle Manager and working closely with the Supervisor of Billing makes adjustments as necessary for process improvement. The Supervisor of Financial Clearance builds and maintains professional relationships with various internal and external customers to best support department operations. The supervisor provides valuable guidance and training as necessary in order to meet Revenue Cycle benchmarks and expectations. Under direction of the Manager of Revenue Cycle the Supervisor of Financial Clearance plans, organizes monitors and controls a range of operations and activities including but not limited to insurance verification, authorizations, point of service collection and financial counseling referrals. Responsibilities: Manages staff; interviews, hires, assigns and directs work, appraises staff performance with rewards and discipline, addresses complaints and resolves issues that may arise, and acts as a mentor for department staff. Orients, trains, and monitors proficiency of staff; manages daily staff schedules to ensure appropriate coverage; re-assigns staff during peak loads to prevent patient delays. Monitors staff time and attendance records, including requests for time off; approve payroll ensuring that hours are accurate and resources are within Institute and departmental policies and procedures. Collaborates with the Revenue Cycle Manager to establish and adjust performance standards and workloads for staff. Creates and maintains a positive, knowledge-sharing, and collegial work environment. Sets high work and ethical standards by providing mentorship, direction, and support to staff. Maintains regular communication and follow-up with program and department contacts regarding pending insurance, coverage, and other payment-related matters. Works complex and escalated patient issues and accounts. Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures. Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization. Education or Equivalent Experience: H.S. Diploma/GED and 7+ years of hospital or large physician group revenue cycle experience, including patient access, admissions or similar revenue cycle functions. 2 of those years being in a supervisory position. OR Bachelor's degree in financial/medical/business major and relevant experience; combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree. Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated interpersonal/verbal communication skill. Ability to communicate with internal and external constituents. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff. Basic knowledge of EHR programs, Medical Terminology, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS codes and coding processes. Basic skill level in Microsoft PowerPoint. Clear understanding of Revenue Cycle Management and Regulatory Agencies required. Understanding of payor requirements and compliance standards. We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. REQNUMBER: 235745