OverviewThe Assistant Director, Orthopaedics described herein is a leadership position in the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation in the College of Medicine (COM) reporting to the Executive Director and to the Medical Director. The incumbent is responsible for managing all aspects of the operational, clinical, and front-end financial operations of the Faculty Group Practice Orthopaedic Clinic. Oversees management of all clinic non-provider staff, including nursing, support and clerical staff. Responsible for marketing clinic services and networking with local providers and referral sources to assist in facilitating practice growth.
QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience Requirements:- Master's degree in business or a health-related field with two years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with a demonstrated depth of competence across a wide range of Human Resource and financial responsibilities to include budgeting, financial management and staff management.
- Experience in a healthcare environment is required. A working knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, and financial systems is also essential.
- RN or similar health professional strongly preferred.
- Experience in an Orthopaedic or Musculoskeletal setting strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of Epic software in EMR, scheduling and billing software is also preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills is required.
- The ability to plan, organize, and coordinate independently own responsibilities toward meeting department's goals required.
- The ability to teach others and interact diplomatically with a variety of individuals at all levels.
- The ability to develop training materials, employee newsletters, and other communication materials.
- The ability to champion development of a culture/work environment fostering faculty and employee satisfaction.
