Dir of Govt and Strategic Reim/UKHC

Job Title
Dir of Govt and Strategic Reim/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE51746


Working Title
Dir of Govt and Strategic Reim


Department Name
H3994:EVPHA Revenue Management


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
16


Salary Range
$111,634-222,352/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

MS



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

9 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

The physical requirements of this position include: occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs; regularly sitting at a computer workstations for extended periods of time with repetitive motions (such as typing); and intermittent (10%-50% of the time) job-related travel.



Shift

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (this may be flexible in terms of start and stop time).



Job Summary

The Director leads UK HealthCare’s government reimbursement and supplemental payment programs, overseeing filings, financial modeling, cost reports, and compliance with state and federal requirements. Serving as the enterprise liaison to internal and external stakeholders, the Director provides clear reimbursement and policy insights to executive leadership while managing two direct reports to ensure performance, accountability, and professional growth. This hybrid position also drives audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and cross-departmental collaboration to support UKHC’s financial and operational goals.

Internal Employee Being Considered (IEBC).



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Able to compile and manage vast data sets into workable product(s), creating clear and concise products often utilizing Excel, Access, Tableau, etc.Extensive Managed Care Contracting experience to include preparation and negotiation.Epic Payer Contract modeling requirements.Net revenue projections.Thorough understanding of the healthcare industry, trends, issues, risks, etc.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Nine years leading Medicare/Medicaid/Tricare cost reporting teams in an Academic Medical Center; leading Managed Care contracting teams; proficient with Epic contract modeling systems; knowledge and experience spanning finance, accounting and reimbursement in an integrated healthcare environment, preferably an Academic Medical Center.



Deadline to Apply
09/30/2025


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.