Revenue Cycle Analyst

Overview

The salary range for this position is $28.86 - $44.74 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range depends on relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement is guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

Northwestern Medicine offers a wide range of benefits to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being, including protection for unexpected life events. Visit the Benefits section .org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to delivering world-class care. You will work alongside leading clinical talent in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We value diverse perspectives and experiences that fuel our commitment to equity and a culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support, and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund, and a Total Rewards package that supports physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Participate in volunteer opportunities in local communities and contribute to inclusive change through workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, help shape the future of medicine.

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

The Revenue Cycle Analyst reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Revenue Cycle Analyst is responsible for compiling and analyzing revenue cycle data used for performance measures, analysis, and decision support. Activities may include analysis of internal or external data, hospital-wide or service line specific. The Revenue Cycle Analyst also supports Liaisons and management with data and preparation of reports.

• Interpret basic revenue cycle and financial data.
• Maintain data bases and templates and ensure integrity by monitoring and auditing outputs.
• Analyze contract variance and expected payer-specific reimbursement.
• Run routine reports using various systems to extract data.
• Support NMG leadership’s strategic, financial, and operational decision making.
• Collaborate with management staff to provide rigorous analysis in support of NMG business and clinical objectives.
• Maintain a portfolio of monthly revenue cycle reports, dashboards, and ad hoc reports as requested.
• Work closely with revenue cycle liaisons to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in health administration or business or equivalent healthcare work experience.
• Working knowledge of PC applications (Microsoft Office) and ability to write complex Excel formulas and advanced Excel functions.
• Certified in an Epic revenue cycle application within 6 months of hire.
• 0-3 years of experience with Patient Accounting systems, preferably Epic.
• Ability to analyze and manipulate large amounts of data.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in own work.
• Ability to analyze data and make conclusions and recommendations for decision-making.

Preferred:

• 1-3 years of experience in a hospital or Physician Billing Office, Accounting, or Finance department.
• Coding experience or understanding of CPT/ICD-9 usage.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status,…