Associate Practice Optimization Partner

Practice Optimization Partner Ensemble is a leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle management solutions for health systems, including hospitals and affiliated physician groups. They offer end-to-end revenue cycle solutions as well as a comprehensive suite of point solutions to clients across the country. Ensemble keeps communities healthy by keeping hospitals healthy. We recognize that healthcare requires a human touch, and we believe that every touch should be meaningful. This is why our people are the most important part of who we are. By empowering them to challenge the status quo, we know they will be the difference! The Opportunity: Career Opportunity Offering: Bonus Incentives Paid Certifications Tuition Reimbursement Comprehensive Benefits Career Advancement This is an exempt role and pays between $51,700.00 - $99,000.00 annually/depending on experience Practice Optimization Partners working with and advising clinic operators and leaders to maximize revenue cycle performance. Partners provide consultative insights, recommendations for physician practice activities in the following areas: Registration, Scheduling, Time of Service Collections, Pre-Authorizations/Referrals, Charges, Charge Reconciliation, Charge Lag, Patient Portal Utilization and Patient Satisfaction. Job Competencies: Valuing Differences - Works effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds; seeks out and uses unique abilities, insights, and ideas. Considers the collective. Collaboration - Works cooperatively within teams and partners with others, both internally and externally as needed, to achieve success; focuses on the results of the team, not the achievements of one person. It's "All for One and One for All" Accountability - Accepts personal responsibility and/or consequences of failure and successes, delivering on commitments and refocusing effort when needed. Someone who is willing to step up and own it. Time Management - Effectively manages personal time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently. Developing Trust - Gains others' confidence by acting with integrity and following through on commitments; treats others and their ideas with respect and supports them in the face of challenges. Takes Initiative - Takes prompt action to accomplish goals and achieve results beyond what is required; is proactive and pursues relentlessly. Essential Job Functions: Customer Obsession: Consistently provide exceptional experiences for our clients, patients, and colleagues by understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations. Embracing New Ideas: Continuously innovate by embracing emerging technology and fostering a culture of creativity and experimentation. Striving for Excellence: Execute at a high level by demonstrating our "Best in KLAS" Ensemble Difference Principles and consistently delivering outstanding results. Assess and examine client revenue cycle processes in the physician practice (front end – first phone call through charge submission/reconciliation). Conduct root cause analysis and deliver actionable recommendations. Independently conduct research to formulate solutions to challenges. Create educational content derived from root cause analysis and instruct practice staff. Work alongside and in conjunction with Pre-Access on identified acute related issues, such as referrals, pre-authorizations, etc. Collaborate seamlessly with other revenue cycle teams to address and resolve issues while delivering a high level, personalized service within the defined team scope. Ability to lead teams and meetings professionally while building strong relationships Engage and cultivate a positive workplace atmosphere while building strong relationships Job Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role Education Level: Bachelors degree or equivalent experience Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Clear understanding of the revenue cycle operations in a physician practice Ability to perform critical thinking in-depth analysis of root cause of an issue and identify efficient and effective solutions Manipulating and preparing data for root cause analysis Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to speak/present to client leadership utilizing Executive Presence Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Word, Power Point, One Note and Excel Ability to adjust quickly and seamlessly to abrupt change Ability to travel when needed Must be inquisitive and demonstrate openness to innovation including AI to explore better processes and ways to alleviate friction and improve patient and client experiences. This is a remote position; however, candidates must be willing and able to travel to and work onsite at client, temporary, or corporate office locations as business needs require. Required Certification: CRCR, Required within 9 months of hire (company paid) Join an award-winning company Five-time winner of "Best in KLAS" 2020-2022, 2024-2025 Black Book Research's Top Revenue Cycle Management Outsourcing Solution 2021-2024 22 Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) MAP Awards for High Performance in Revenue Cycle 2019-2024 Leader in Everest Group's RCM Operations PEAK Matrix Assessment 2024 Clarivate Healthcare Business Insights (HBI) Revenue Cycle Awards for strong performance 2020, 2022-2023 Energage Top Workplaces USA 2022-2024 Fortune Media Best Workplaces in Healthcare 2024 Monster Top Workplace for Remote Work 2024 Great Place to Work certified 2023-2024 Innovation Work-Life Flexibility Leadership Purpose + Values Bottom line, we believe in empowering people and giving them the tools and resources needed to thrive. A few of those include: Associate Benefits – We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family, including healthcare, time off, retirement, and well-being programs. Our Culture – Ensemble is a place where associates can do their best work and be their best selves. We put people first, last and always. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, growth, and innovation. Growth – We invest in your professional development. Each associate will earn a professional certification relevant to their field and can obtain tuition reimbursement. Recognition – We offer quarterly and annual incentive programs for all employees who go beyond and keep raising the bar for themselves and the company. Ensemble is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Ensemble also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Ensemble provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require accommodation in the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. This posting addresses state specific requirements to provide pay transparency. Compensation decisions consider many job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location; knowledge; skills; relevant experience; education; licensure; internal equity; time in position. A candidate entry rate of pay does not typically fall at the minimum or maximum of the role's range. Employment Disclaimers – Ensemble Ensemble Health Partners