[Hiring] Enterprise Internship @Advocate Health

Role Description

The internship provides practical work experiences to college students assigned to various site and system Financial, Accounting or Rev Cycle Operations departments throughout Advocate Health. The intern will be exposed to areas of Financial Operations such as:

• System Budgeting
• General Accounting
• Financial Planning
• Internal Audit
• Physician Compensation
• Reimbursement
• Treasury
• Revenue Cycle Billing
• Revenue Cycle Operations
• Revenue Cycle Patient Services

Major Responsibilities:

• Use Excel spreadsheets to develop automated processes to minimize manual efforts.
• Assist in reviewing, analyzing, and investigating discrepancies in charges.
• Help prepare financial and statistical analysis for Advocate Health and affiliates.
• Participate in the development of detailed cost accounting and productivity standards.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of procedural prices.
• Prepare, communicate and monitor operating and capital budgets.
• Act as support for areas like budgeting, finance, cost accounting and reporting.
• Apply rules and regulations of government programs and managed care companies.
• Assist in performing charge reconciliation by reviewing patient charges.
• Assist with revenue cycle projects or operational areas.
• Track and update reports as necessary.
• Handle administrative duties and assist support staff with meetings.
• Participate in the development of programs, processes or applications.
• Assist in the investigation of questions related to internal financial reporting matters.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Management or a related field with junior or senior standing.
• Grade point average of at least 2.5.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability in successfully completing tasks.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Effective multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Excel.
• Must demonstrate integrity, maturity, dependability, a positive attitude and enthusiasm.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• Current enrollment with junior or senior status at a regionally accredited college or university.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program