RCM Quality and Performance Coordinator

Job Description At LifeStance Health, we strive to help individuals, families, and communities with their mental health needs. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in mental healthcare. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing mental health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our team! LifeStance Health Values Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self. Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment. Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it’s hard - because we know it’s worth it. One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose. Benefits As a full-time employee of LifeStance Health, the following benefits are offered: medical, dental, vision, AD&D, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k retirement savings with employer match, paid parental leave, paid time off, holiday pay and an Employee Assistance Program. Job Summary The Quality & Performance Coordinator supports the execution of quality assurance, audit, and performance improvement across Revenue Cycle Management Operations. Reporting to the Quality & Performance Improvement Manager, this role conducts routine audits, analyzes performance trends, identifies process gaps, and partners with operational teams to improve accuracy, compliance and efficiency across key functions such as Benefit Verification, Cash Posting, Denials and Accounts Receivable Management. This role plays a critical part in ensuring adherence to payer requirements, internal policies, and operational standards while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Consistent withLifeStance’svalues, every member of theLifeStanceteam is expected to support each other and the mission, which may meanparticipatingin projects and initiatives and performing functions and responsibilities not specifically outlined in this job description.Leaders atLifeStanceare expected to foster a commitment to theorganization'svalues. This position is a remote role with the ability to sit within any US locality. Compensation: $23.00- $28.00 Hourly with potential bonus Key Responsibilities: QualityAssurance & Auditing Conduct structured QA audits across RCM functions including benefit verification, charge capture, payment posting, denial handling, and AR follow-up Evaluate work for accuracy, completeness, compliance, and adherence to standard operating procedures Document audit findings, error types, and trends using standardized scoring tools Identify recurring issues, process breakdowns, and training gaps Escalate high-risk findings or systemic issues to leadership PerformanceMonitoring & Analysis Track individual and team performance metrics such as productivity, accuracy, denial trends, and rework rates Analyze audit data to identify patterns, outliers, and improvement opportunities Support development of scorecards and performance dashboards Provide actionable insights to operational leaders to improve first-pass resolution and reduce rework Root Cause Analysis & Improvement Support Participate in root cause analysis for quality failures, claim errors, and payer denials Recommend corrective actions, process changes, or training interventions Monitor effectiveness of improvement initiatives and report outcomes Assist in developing and updating quality standards and audit methodologies Training & Coaching Support Provide feedback to supervisors and training teams regarding performance gaps Support targeted retraining efforts based on audit findings Serve as a subject matter resource on quality standards and best practices Reinforce consistent application of policies and procedures Data Reporting & Documentation Maintain accurate records of audits, findings, and corrective actions Prepare regular reports summarizing quality trends and performance insights Ensure audit data is captured in centralized systems for leadership review Assist in preparing materials for operational reviews and performance meetings Compliance & Risk Management Ensure adherence to payer rules, billing regulations, and internal policies Identify potential compliance risks and elevate appropriately Support internal and external audit readiness activities Promote standardized processes across RCM operations Qualifications: Experience 2–4 years of experience in healthcare Revenue Cycle Management Experience in one or more RCM areas such as AR, billing, denials, payment posting, or eligibility/benefits Prior quality assurance, auditing, or training experience preferred Behavioral Health RCM experience a plus Knowledge & Skills Strong understanding of payer rules, claims processes, and denial management Analytical mindset with ability to interpret performance data High attention to detail and accuracy Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to provide constructive feedback in a professional manner Proficiency with RCM systems and reporting tools (e.g.,AdvancedMD,AthenaHealth, Waystar, etc.) Excel skills preferred Key Competencies Critical thinking and problem solving Objectivity and sound judgment Organization and time management Collaboration and teamwork Continuous improvement mindset Ability to manage confidential information LifeStance is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.Learn moreabout Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at LifeStance. LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page. #J-18808-Ljbffr LifeStance Health