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The creation of the HHC System Support Office recognizes the work of a large and growing group of employees whose responsibilities are continually evolving so that we and our departments now work on behalf of the system as a whole, rather than a single member organization. With the creation of our new umbrella organization we now have our own identity with a unique payroll, benefits, performance management system, service recognition programs and other common practices across the system.

Position Summary:

The Revenue Cycle Manager – Optimization & Innovation supports the strategic goals of the Revenue Cycle team by executing performance improvement initiatives, enhancing Epic system workflows, and managing day-to-day operations of optimization projects. The Manager leads a team of analysts and collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to implement automation, improve KPIs, and support Epic upgrades and enhancements.

Position Responsibilities:

Key Areas of Responsibility

Operational Planning and Execution (20%)

· Support the development and execution of departmental revenue cycle optimization strategies aligned with organizational goals.

· Coordinate and manage tactical roadmaps across revenue cycle and support areas.

· Assist in vendor coordination to ensure alignment with performance expectations.

Revenue Cycle Automation (30%)

· Implement automation initiatives to streamline workflows and reduce manual intervention.

· Collaborate with IT and operations to deploy automated systems for billing, coding, and claims processing.

· Maintain oversight of RPA bots and ensure ongoing effectiveness.

Performance Improvement (40%)

· Monitor KPIs such as AR days, denial rates, and collection rates to identify improvement opportunities.

· Lead implementation of best practices to drive operational excellence.

· Support standard work development, education, and training across revenue cycle teams.

Compliance and Industry Trends (10%)

· Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies.

· Ensure compliance with revenue cycle regulations and standards.

· Provide insights to leadership based on industry developments.

· Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

· Contributes to long-range planning, supports enterprise initiatives, and responds to emerging organizational needs or innovation opportunities.

Working Relationships:

· This Job Reports To: Director, Revenue Cycle Optimization & Innovation

· # Workers Responsible For:

o Direct Reports: 8

· Nature of Supervision:

o Internal: Collaborates with operational revenue cycle teams, analytics, IT, and leadership

o External: Partners with vendors and solution providers to support implementation and optimization

Requirements and Specifications:

Education

· Minimum: Bachelor's degree in relevant Healthcare field, Business, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent work experience

· Preferred: Master’s degree in relevant Healthcare field, Business, or related field preferred; or equivalent work experience

Experience:

· Minimum:

o 5 years of progressive experience in healthcare revenue cycle operations, training, or process improvement.

o 2 years of leadership experience, including direct people management.

o Epic Systems experience, with working knowledge of revenue cycle KPIs and workflow optimization.

o Exposure to automation technologies (e.g., RPA) in a healthcare setting.

o Background in adult learning, instructional design, or training development for operational teams.

· Preferred (Minimum Qualifications ):

o 7 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle, with a focus on performance improvement, automation, and Epic optimization.

o 3 years of leadership experience, including managing cross-functional teams and leading strategic initiatives.

o Advanced Epic proficiency, including workflow configuration, KPI dashboarding, and upgrade support.

o Proven success implementing automation technologies, such as RPA or AI-driven tools, to streamline billing, coding, or claims workflows.

o Experience with performance improvement methodologies, such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks.

o Demonstrated impact on KPIs, including AR days, denial rates, and collection efficiency.

o Strong understanding of healthcare compliance standards and ability to apply regulatory changes to operational processes.

o Experience developing and delivering training programs, especially those tied to optimization initiatives or system enhancements.

o Vendor management experience, particularly in coordinating automation or optimization solutions.

Language Skills:

· Proficient in English; strong written and verbal communication skills required

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:

· Proven track record leading enterprise-level transformation projects

· Ability to manage high-complexity, cross-functional initiatives

· Strong financial and operational acumen with understanding of revenue cycle KPIs

· Expertise in change leadership and stakeholder engagement

· Competency in translating analytics into strategy

· Ability to foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning

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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.