Billing Manager

Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children.

The majority of our direct patient care is in the field with Lightways team members providing care in the home, nursing facility or assisted living facility. We also have a 20-bed inpatient unit in Joliet. Non-clinical staff are based out of our Joliet administrative offices.

The Billing Manager is responsible for managing the accurate, timely completion and submission of all the billing, collections and accounts receivable functions of the organization. Accountable for the management of the billing and collections team including directing daily accounts receivable functions, supervising billing staff and ensuring efficient billing and collections operations. Maintains comprehensive working knowledge of government billing regulations including Medicare and Medicaid regulations and serves as a resource for appropriate organization personnel. This position reports to the CFO.

The pay range for this position is $59,964 - $79,727 based on education and experience.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field with a demonstrated ability to supervise and direct personnel. A minimum of five (5) years in healthcare billing and collections management required; preferably in-home care operations. A comprehensive understanding of payer contracts and adherence to billing regulations including Medicare and Medicaid are required. Billing information systems knowledge required.

Lightways offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, disability, life insurance, 401k with company match, 6 paid holidays and a generous PTO plan for full time positions.