RWJBarnabas Health
Finance and Operations Specialist
Req #:
0000220076
Category:
Accounting / Finance
Status:
Full-Time
Shift:
Day
Facility:
RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department:
RWJBH Community Health Project
Pay Range:
$68,724.00 - $97,073.00 per year
Location:
95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052
Job Overview The Finance and Operations Specialist for FQHCs plays a key role in supporting RWJBarnabas Health’s mission to improve community health outcomes. This role focuses on strengthening the financial sustainability, operational efficiency, and compliance capacity of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) affiliated with RWJBH. The Specialist ensures that operational policies, procedures, and new initiatives across practice sites are of high quality, consistently implemented, and compliant with all operational regulations, policies, and procedures. Working under the SVP of Community Health, the Specialist will serve as a strategic advisor, providing technical assistance, financial modeling, and training to FQHC leadership. The ultimate goal is to improve access to quality care for underserved communities by helping FQHCs grow and operate more effectively.
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in FQHC finance, operations, or healthcare strategy
Deep understanding of Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement, 340B program management, HRSA compliance, healthcare funding and reporting standards (e.g., GAAP)
Strong business and financial acumen
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; proficiency in Word; ability to explain complex financial concepts in simple terms
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and strategic problem-solver
Preferred
Master’s degree
Essential Job Functions
Strategic Advisory & Relationship Management
Act as a financial and operational advisor to RWJBH-affiliated FQHCs
Build strong relationships with FQHC executives to identify challenges and co-develop practical solutions
Align support with system-wide community health priorities
Financial & Operational Analysis
Conduct deep financial assessments, including revenue cycle analysis, payer mix evaluations, cost‑efficiency studies, benchmarking against peers, and development of sustainable business models to improve reimbursement and diversify revenue
Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to leadership and implement performance goals, long‑term objectives, and strategies developed for the practice sites
Compliance & Program Optimization
Provide expert support to ensure FQHC compliance with HRSA requirements, Medicaid/Medicare regulations, GAAP standards, and other federal/state guidelines
Help develop internal controls, financial policies, and reporting protocols; optimize the 340B drug pricing program for better impact and service expansion
Lead or support audits and compliance reporting; recommend corrective actions as needed
Training & Capacity Building
Create and deliver trainings for FQHC leadership and finance teams on reimbursement strategies, revenue cycle management, financial compliance, and share practical tools, templates, and models to build internal capacity and financial literacy
Quality Improvement Initiatives
Assist in the development of a quality improvement program that designs, plans, measures, and improves practice functions and key clinical populations served, aligning with primary care service line strategic goals
Participate in ongoing monitoring and evaluation of program effectiveness, including incident monitoring, patient/family satisfaction with services, monitoring key performance indicators, and clinical quality indicators related to patient populations served
Implement new clinical programs and services
System-wide Collaboration
Work with RWJBH departments and community partners to identify new funding opportunities, support innovative service delivery models, and assist with financial tracking and compliance for grant‑funded programs
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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0000220076
Category:
Accounting / Finance
Status:
Full-Time
Shift:
Day
Facility:
RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department:
RWJBH Community Health Project
Pay Range:
$68,724.00 - $97,073.00 per year
Location:
95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052
Job Overview The Finance and Operations Specialist for FQHCs plays a key role in supporting RWJBarnabas Health’s mission to improve community health outcomes. This role focuses on strengthening the financial sustainability, operational efficiency, and compliance capacity of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) affiliated with RWJBH. The Specialist ensures that operational policies, procedures, and new initiatives across practice sites are of high quality, consistently implemented, and compliant with all operational regulations, policies, and procedures. Working under the SVP of Community Health, the Specialist will serve as a strategic advisor, providing technical assistance, financial modeling, and training to FQHC leadership. The ultimate goal is to improve access to quality care for underserved communities by helping FQHCs grow and operate more effectively.
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in FQHC finance, operations, or healthcare strategy
Deep understanding of Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement, 340B program management, HRSA compliance, healthcare funding and reporting standards (e.g., GAAP)
Strong business and financial acumen
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; proficiency in Word; ability to explain complex financial concepts in simple terms
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and strategic problem-solver
Preferred
Master’s degree
Essential Job Functions
Strategic Advisory & Relationship Management
Act as a financial and operational advisor to RWJBH-affiliated FQHCs
Build strong relationships with FQHC executives to identify challenges and co-develop practical solutions
Align support with system-wide community health priorities
Financial & Operational Analysis
Conduct deep financial assessments, including revenue cycle analysis, payer mix evaluations, cost‑efficiency studies, benchmarking against peers, and development of sustainable business models to improve reimbursement and diversify revenue
Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to leadership and implement performance goals, long‑term objectives, and strategies developed for the practice sites
Compliance & Program Optimization
Provide expert support to ensure FQHC compliance with HRSA requirements, Medicaid/Medicare regulations, GAAP standards, and other federal/state guidelines
Help develop internal controls, financial policies, and reporting protocols; optimize the 340B drug pricing program for better impact and service expansion
Lead or support audits and compliance reporting; recommend corrective actions as needed
Training & Capacity Building
Create and deliver trainings for FQHC leadership and finance teams on reimbursement strategies, revenue cycle management, financial compliance, and share practical tools, templates, and models to build internal capacity and financial literacy
Quality Improvement Initiatives
Assist in the development of a quality improvement program that designs, plans, measures, and improves practice functions and key clinical populations served, aligning with primary care service line strategic goals
Participate in ongoing monitoring and evaluation of program effectiveness, including incident monitoring, patient/family satisfaction with services, monitoring key performance indicators, and clinical quality indicators related to patient populations served
Implement new clinical programs and services
System-wide Collaboration
Work with RWJBH departments and community partners to identify new funding opportunities, support innovative service delivery models, and assist with financial tracking and compliance for grant‑funded programs
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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