Job Description
DescriptionSummary:
This position is responsible for the operation of physician practices usually
consisting of 4-7 providers, 10-20 FTEs or more than three sites. The position is responsible for,
but not limited to, managing subordinate personnel, preparing clinic(s) budget, ensuring data
accuracy, preparing financial analyses, handling complex customer service issues and maintaining
provider/staff communications.
Responsibilities:
Establishes/implements goals, objectives,
policies, procedures and systems for the assigned administrative areas.Assists with developing and
implementing annual operational plan and budget.Selects, trains, orients and supervises clinic
personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures. Responsible for work assignments
and daily operations. Manages personnel for multiple practices, including training relief employees.
Evaluates performances and recommends merit increases, promotions and disciplinary actions in a
timely manner. Interviews and recommends hiring and termination of staff in accordance with approved
policies.Resolves problems in administrative areas and ensures compliance with regulations and
standards.Helps fiscal management and other administrative staff in implementing cost effective
policies and procedures for all operational areas including bookkeeping, billing, insurance, fee
schedules, credit/collections, purchasing, data processing and space planning.Works in conjunction
with Regional Director and corporate Marketing Department in practice development.Ensures the
effective implementation of job descriptions, personnel policies and payroll practices.Monitors and
controls clinic expenditures within budget. Identifies and implements cost reduction
opportunities.Serves as liaison between clinic and external agencies.Works with staff and providers
to ensure quality patient care and services are provided. Maintain effective communication with
providers and staff; conducts monthly meetings with providers and staff. Create a positive work
place.Gathers and reports monthly and annual data for fiscal, statistical and planning purposes.
Develops and implements revenue enhancement strategies for existing practice(s).Participates in
professional development activities to keep current with health care trends and practices.May be
responsible for assuring all appropriate licensure, certifications and/or accreditations are secured
according to policy.Follows the CHRISTUS Health guidelines related to the Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of
Protected Health Information (PHI).Maintains strict confidentiality and keeps information on a
need-to-know basis.Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a
clear, positive manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission.Maintains established CHRISTUS
Health policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection
control.Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and
Code of Ethics and supportive of CHRISTUS Health’s cultural diversity objectives.Performs other
related work as required.
Requirements:
High School or GED required. Bachelor’s degree
preferred.Will consider 6 years of Practice Management experience in lieu of Bachelor’s
degree.Master’s degree in health care or business administration preferredFour or more years of
clinic management experience. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for three years of
clinic management experience.Four years of experience in diversified positions within a medical
practice with at least one year in a supervisory position.Effective communication and prioritization
of provider issuesCompetent in financial reimbursement, billing and collections, CPT, ICD9 and HCPCS
coding, medical group operations, and managed care conceptsAbility to recognize and communicate
variance in key practice indicatorsMust be computer literate and have strong organizational
skillsCMOM highly preferred Work Type:
Full Time
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- Specialty: Administration & Executive
- Location: 619 South FleishelTyler, Texas 75701
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About the Company:
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of
more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care
facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and
ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and
the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing
ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately
45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for
patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United
States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and
core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the
communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family
members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the
dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas
is an ongoing effort.