Team Leadership & Development: Oversee the full talent lifecycle—including hiring, onboarding, performance management, and continuing education—to build and mentor a high-performing department.

Financial & Budget Stewardship: Partner in developing and monitoring departmental budgets while leading quarterly revenue valuation audit reviews to deliver strategic financial recommendations to leadership.

Vendor & Project Governance: Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with third-party billing consultants, ensuring cross-departmental initiatives stay strictly on schedule and within budget.

Performance Analytics & Reporting: Produce executive-level reporting on cash collections, denials, contract yields, and predictive models to uncover trends and drive operational excellence.

Licensure / Certification / Registration Required Credential(s): None Required.

Preferred Credential(s): Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).

Education High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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