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Versatile Chief Financial Officer offering broad financial and business expertise combined
with a proven record of developing innovative solutions for complex issues to produce exceptional results.

Qualification Highlights

·  Results driven professional with a comprehensive background in operations management,
budgeting and finance, strategic planning, risk management, business development, needs
assessment, managed care and contract negotiation.  Dynamic and decisive leader with
demonstrated initiative, expertise, creativity and success.

·  Expertise in forecasting, business plan/initiative analysis, expense management, costing, and
financial reporting.  Adept at program development/implementation, budgeting, performance
evaluation, staffing, administration, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and promotional
marketing.  Known for exceeding established goals and objectives.

·  Highly skilled in client relations, analyzing financial information, resolving discrepancies and
recouping delinquent funds.  Successful in developing and executing corporate policies/procedures.
Skilled in operational organization/streamlining, staff development, motivation and supervision, and
attracting/retaining high quality, cohesive teams.

·  Quick study with an ability to rapidly achieve organizational integration, easily assimilate job
requirements and aggressively employ new ideas, concepts, methods and technologies.  Effective in
high stress and fast-paced environments requiring the ability to handle senior level responsibilities.

·  Excellent communication, interpersonal, intuitive, analytical, organizational, problem solving, and
leadership skills.  Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments.  Energetic and
self motivated team player/builder.

·  Member of Hospital Financial Management Association, Charter Member of CFO Roundtable,
Member Reimbursement Committee of Kentucky Hospital Association.

Professional Experience

7/01-Present ABCDEF ********, KY
President/Owner
·  Established a corporation to promote the services of six consulting/collection firms that specialize in revenue cycle enhancements. Services include strategic pricing, early-out program for self-pay patients, various cash flow optimizing programs, decision support software for better cost accounting/revenue consumption, and Medicare Part A review. Interact closely with hospital executives to coordinate effective solutions.
·  Direct all areas of operations including front end and business activities.  Prepare strategic sales/marketing plans, conduct P&L analysis, and administer financial reporting. Implement effective cost control measures.
·  Develop and maintain a loyal client base, generate new accounts and drive sales.  Incorporate sales lead generation, cold calling, referrals, follow up contacts, and other effective selling techniques to achieve sales goals.  Created innovative marketing concepts, promotions and presentations to generate sales of services.
·  Consult with clients to determine needs and develop financial solutions, furnish customers with recommendations and price quotes, negotiate/secure sales contracts, and expedite orders.  Ensure high standards of customer service and resolve client issues/concerns in a timely and professional manner.

4/99-6/01 St. Peter's Medical Center Inc. *****, KY
Chief Financial Officer
·  Directed financial functions, materials management and information systems operations for one of the largest acute care hospitals in Kentucky with 709 acute beds and operating revenues of $270 million. St. Peter's has been recognized as one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation.
·  Developed/implemented financial strategic plans in accordance with St. Peter's strategic plans; determined operating and capital budgets, cost reductions and operational improvements.  Educated Board members on financial related issues to facilitate effective decision processes.  Performed in-depth analyses of cost structure and revenue stream, made change recommendations, and ensured financial information system was responsive to organizational/economic changes.
·  Created/instituted a strategic information technology plan, evaluated structure/effectiveness of information technology and materials management functions, and cooperated with Regional Health System-Cincinnati on matters related to system-wide financial, managed care, IT and materials management.
·  Led the development of 'best practices' policies and procedures in admitting and registration, cash receipt management, charge capture, A/R management, and billing collection.  Supervised 12 managers, monitored/reviewed performance of direct reports, set realistic goals, and mentored staff accordingly.

>Improved Income from Operations by $26 million over a two-year period through
implementation of revenue cycle enhancements.
>Supported implementation of Employee Gainshare in 2000 that led to significant
employee morale improvement.

5/98-2/99 Havsa Hospital Inc. *****, TN
Vice President - Finance
·  Served as principal financial liaison for an integrated delivery network with operating revenue of $600 million. Client base consisted of more than 30 corporate entities including numerous physician practices, five rural hospitals, a home heath and Durable Medical Equipment company, medical office buildings, real estate joint ventures and various other joint ventures.
·  Directed business initiatives/strategies and established internal policies.  Identified emerging issues, analyzed business strategies and implemented process improvements.  Researched/analyzed opportunities and established firm partnerships.
·  Integrated accounting processes to ensure accurate monthly financial reporting. Monitored expenditures, spending trends, and potential risks.  Created management reports and statistical analyses to assist with budget forecasts and planning.

3/94-12/97Good Samaritan Health ****, OH
Chief Financial Officer
·  Directed all finance functions, financial planning and property management for a corporation with 428 acute beds, 440 long-term care beds and operating revenues of $210 million.  Liaised with Premier Health Partners, a joint operating company with revenues of $575 million.
·  Provided key leadership in completion of comprehensive strategic planning engagement covering all partnering options for Samaritan Health Partners.  Developed financial strategic plans, and determined budgets, cost reductions and operations improvements.  Performed analyses of cost structure/revenue stream and made change recommendations.  Supervised a management team of eight well-trained and highly motivated staff members.
  
>Implemented Clinical Documentation Management Program with resultant increase
in annual Medicare reimbursement by $3.5 million through enhanced physician
documentation in patient medical records.

9/89-2/94St. John's Mercy Health Services ********, MI
Chief Financial Officer
·  Administered financial functions, materials management and information systems operations for a hospital with 375 acute beds and operating revenues of $150 million.  Created financial strategic plans, budgets, and cost/benefit analyses.  Implemented process improvements and ensured regulatory compliance.  Developed a strategic information technology plan and evaluated information technology and materials management functions. Supervised and motivated eight managers.

>Successfully completed all financial aspects of the facilities sale to Mercy Health Systems
and Henry Ford Health System in 1990.
>Reduced Finance Division's salary expense by 10% through implementation of process
improvements.

*Also served as CFO - **** Hospitals, Columbus, OH;  Corporate Director of Fiscal Services - ****, Youngstown, OH;  Controller - *****, Ft. Thomas, KY;   Sr. Accountant - ****, Cincinnati, OH.