Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.Performance Improvement Practice OverviewThe Performance Improvement practice provides extensive industry expertise combined with data-driven, objective, and innovative approaches to the most complex business challenges. We have significant experience working with companies at critical inflection points in their lifecycles has informed our approach and instilled a sense of urgency in solving problems.At Ankura, we work with clients to build value, accelerate business performance through strategy setting and execution, business and operating model design, and acquisition and merger support.Healthcare Performance Improvement Director ResponsibilitiesAs a director be a key leader on client engagements and workstreamsUnderstands complex operating issues with and can structure solutions to protect, create and recover value for the clientContributes and provides guidance on complex analyses and operational alternatives pertinent to the situation at handCapable of providing a view on various operating concepts informed by prior experience and expertiseAssists in effectively developing and managing project work plan or workstream for engagement(s)Determines effective approach / content level based on prior experiences in similar situationsLeads presentations and large meetings with senior clients, other professionals, and parties of interestManages the development and presentation of final client deliverablesContributes to and lead the final delivery of analyses developed on engagement(s)Assist in day to day relationships between Ankura team and senior client executivesEnsures the quality of engagement(s) and assists in the development of staffAs a key member of the Healthcare team lead and support industry marketing efforts and practice developmentMaintains and leverages industry contacts to keep Ankura presence in the marketplace highIdentify key industry trends and challenges and define opportunities for Ankura to support clientsParticipates and contributes on developing marketing, business development and intellectual capital to support market awareness, lead generation and improved project deliveryDefine and develop healthcare specific tools and methodologies to drive business development and project deliveryHealthcare Performance Improvement Director Requirements:Bring meaningful experience in healthcare and related industriesMinimum 8+ years of relevant Healthcare consulting experience across Revenue Cycle Management including front, mid and back end performance improvement from a top tier management consulting firmAn understanding of point of service collections across healthcare sectors e.g., hospitals and physician practicesExperience with Physician practice management and reimbursement strategiesRevenue Cycle Management (RCM) experience includesDeep understanding of the entire revenue cycle including patient registration, scheduling, payments, and reimbursements, claims processing, collections and reporting is crucial for identifying performance inefficiencies and improvementsSolid experience in financial management including budgeting, financial analysis, revenue forecasting in assessing financial impacts of RCM strategiesLeveraging RCM technologies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy and improve overall operational efficiencyAnalyzing performance metrics and translating data into actionable insights including AR complexities and trends that impact revenueGuiding teams through strategic transitions involving consolidation, M&A activity etc.Strategy experience includesA deep understanding of financial metrics in assessing productivity improvements and labor strategiesOutsourcing RCM ServicesContract managementHealthcare sub-sector expertise e.g. Healthcare providers and physician services such as eye care, dental etc.Payer sector experience e.g. Managed Care Organization, Insurance Companies etc.Long term care sector experience e.g. Skilled Nursing Facility, Home health etc.Mergers and Acquisition Support e.g. Buy side, sell side, carve out/divestituresIdentification of labor productivity improvements that can drive value creationInterim ManagementOperating Model Design experience includesBeing able to see the overall landscape and understand how RCM fits in and aligning RCM strategies with organizational roles and future industry trendsAnalyzing complex data and identifying areas for improvement within RCMAbility to articulate complex concepts and foster trust and collaborationA deep understanding of RCM technologies including electronic health records (EHR) and practice management systems is crucialStreamlining workflows and processes to improve operational efficiency, reduce cost and increase outputHave demonstrated strong consulting skills and experienceEffectively planning for and proactively mitigates risks on projects and work streamsDefining, influencing, and driving change at executive levels and across the broader community of stakeholdersNegotiation skills with complex/sophisticated situations involving senior level stakeholdersAble to develop credible recommendations under shortened time constraints and imperfect informationQuickly recognizes critical areas requiring analysis and review while understanding the big pictureExperience synthesizing complex unstructured information rapidly and applies good business judgment driving quickly to deep insights into possible impacts and solutionsEffective written communication skills, self-directed with preparation of client ready document and presentation developmentArticulate, persuasive, communicator who is adept at handling executive and difficult audiences well including ability to adapt style to audienceAbility to adapt to complex client environments and situations; including Private equity and Non Private Equity client engagements.Education and Personal QualificationsAn undergraduate degree from a top academic institution; Advanced degree(s) and applicable professional certification(s) are preferredHigh energy style, flexible and adaptive, with the ability to work well in a very fast paced environmentAbility and willingness to undertake travel (up to 75%) is required#LI-MJ1#LI-HybridFor individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Colorado, or New York, Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the said markets and considers a broad range of factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The range does not include additional benefits outside of salary. At Ankura, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each role. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $110,000 to $240,000; this range is not a promise of a particular wage.*Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email or call toll-free +1.312-583-2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.Ankura Consulting Group, LLC is an independent global expert services and advisory firm that delivers services and end-to-end solutions to help clients at critical inflection points related to conflict, crisis, performance, risk, strategy, and transformation. The Ankura team consists of more than 1,800 professionals serving 3,000+ clients across 55 countries who are leaders in their respective fields and areas of expertise. Collaborative Lateral Thinking That Deliversᵀᴹ, hard-earned experience, expertise, and multidisciplinary capabilities drive results and Ankura is unrivalled in its ability to assist clients to Protect, Create, and Recover Valueᵀᴹ. For more information, please visit, ankura.com.