Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name: Clinic Admin-Clinic
Work Shift: Day
Job Category: General Operations
Help lead health care into the future. As one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the country, Banner Health has both the stability that comes with success and the values you can be proud to represent. If you're looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health.
Arizona is a year-round destination. Sunny skies and low humidity prevail 300 days a year across the state. From awesome natural wonders to culinary treats, tribal lands, vibrant cities, world-class resorts, renowned golfing and historic Western towns, there are some truly breathtaking moments to be had in the Grand Canyon State.
Banner University Medical Group – Phoenix is building their leadership team. As the Director of BUMG -P, Surgical Services, you will partner with the Chair/Chief Provider having oversight of faculty affairs including compensation, contracts and academic time. This position is a partnership with University of Arizona, wherein 35% of your time will be dedicated to the U of A on the academic side.
Banner Health has been recognized by Becker's Healthcare as one of the 150 top places to work in health care. In addition, we recently made Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023 for Diversity. These recognitions reflect Banner Health's investment in team members' professional development, wellness benefits, and continued education. It highlights our commitment to advocating for diversity in the workplace, promoting work-life balance, and boosting employee engagement.
Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. In addition, this position may be eligible for our Management Incentive Program as part of your Total Rewards package.
Banner University Medical Group is our nonprofit faculty practice plan associated with the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine in Phoenix and Tucson. Our 800-plus clinicians provide primary and specialty care to patients at highly ranked Banner – University Medical Centers and dozens of clinics while providing mentorship to more than 700 residents and fellows. Our practice values and encourages the three-part mission of academic medicine: research, education and excellent patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position partners with the Department Administrator and Department Chair for overall responsibility for the Department's financial and operational performance in its clinical practice, research, and educational and training activities. This position has shared accountability for the operational success of the academic department in the College of Medicine ( UACOM ), and its clinical business enterprise which operates, in a variety of locations, as part of Banner Health.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Provides support for all departmental financial systems including clinical and technical revenues, state appropriations, grant and contract income, designated funds and gifts received by the Department. Works with the Banner-University Medical Group Chief Financial Officer and the Deputy Dean for Financial and Administrative Affairs of the UACOM to develop and monitor operating parameters and ensure financial oversight and control of the department. Partners with Senior Leadership to support the annual preparation and monitoring of the Department budgets with recommendations to the Department Chair on issues of organizational effectiveness, including clinical operations and fiscal management. Supports management of the department-based portions of the revenue cycle. Directs reimbursement analysis.
2. Under the direction of the Department Administrator, approves purchasing and purchasing policies in alignment with the University of Arizona (UA) and Banner as needed. Prepares financial and administrative reports for the Department Chair. Partners to interprets and analyze financial statements; analyzes and budgets for capital and operational needs. Develops business planning for the departmental clinical enterprise and academic units. Manages expenditures and purchasing in accordance with all relevant guidelines. Collaborates with Banner contracting and the business office to set the clinical fee schedule and to determine targets for gross and net collection rates, contracted reimbursement rates, and non- FFS service contracts.
3. Ensures optimal reimbursement through continued evaluation of fee schedules and coding practice and works with the Department Administrator and representatives from patient services to develop, implement and measure billing, collection, reimbursement, and revenue cycle processes. Is responsible for monitoring administrative leadership, in collaboration with other leaders, in improving patient satisfaction scores. Works with the Chair, and other relevant leaders, in implementing technology and workflow optimization to improve clinical practice. Monitors adherence to departmental policies and procedures. Participates in clinician relation and leadership development programs. Is responsible for management of physical and facility resources.
4. Monitors compliance with all regulatory and oversight organizations, ensures that the departmental practice meets regulatory requirements. Partners with the Department Administrator in overall responsibility for the administrative clinic functions including front office operations and coding, billing etc. Participates in the development and implementation of short- and long-range plans and strategies to meet the mission of the Department as it relates to UACOM , Banner Health and the community. Participates in committee activities at the levels of the Department, the UACOM and Banner Health. Coordinates IT support for the Department and Practice in consultation with UACOM and Banner Health IT departments. Contributes to the development and execution of contracts in collaboration with the Banner Health Legal team.
5. Functions as the leader of all administrative and clinical support staff. Oversees all human resources activity for the Department, including department employees of Banner and UA. Hires, trains, develops, and evaluates the performance of clinical and supportive staff. Participates in faculty recruitment and hiring as needed. Ensures policies and procedures of Banner Health, UA and UACOM are observed.
6. Interprets and ensures compliance with all policies and procedures related to facilities used by departmental personnel. Is responsible for all facility resources. Defines and identifies funding for equipment requirements at all locations and prepares justifications and business plans in support of capital budgeting proposals.
7. Interacts with all levels of senior leadership both internally and with University of Arizona College of Medicine leaders, physicians, medical support staff, patients, and members of the community. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a strong knowledge of principles, practices, and operations in assigned area of responsibility as normally obtained through the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible healthcare management experience.
Must possess the ability to simultaneously address multiple projects, demands and issues. Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as planning, organizational and conceptual skills.
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