5+ years of management experience in physician practice operations
Bachelor's degree in business administration, health administration, or related field
MBA or MHA preferred
Strong financial analysis and strategic planning skills
Ability to build productive relationships with physicians
Responsibilities
Supervise and support practice managers in operational management
Ensure financial viability of assigned practices through budget monitoring
Oversee business office progress and operations
Plan and maintain operating budgets for each practice
Monitor physician compensation plan progress
Act as a liaison between physicians and Children's Administration
Support clinical staff in maintaining quality standards
Facilitate monthly provider meetings
Benefits
Regular work schedule, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Collaborative work environment with physicians
Opportunity for professional development and growth
Engagement in strategic planning and operational efficiency
Involvement in quality improvement initiatives
Full Job Description
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Work Shift Day
Work Day(s) Monday-Friday
Shift Start Time 8:00 AM
Shift End Time
5:00 PM
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Job Description
The Director of Physician Practice Operations is assigned several Children's Physician Practices. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, delegating, coordinating, and controlling the operations of all assigned practices. The Physician Practice Operations Director works collaboratively with practice physicians to ensure the efficient and effective daily operation of the practice including but not limited to the supervision and evaluation of the practice staff and all practice operations, budget management and financial oversight and review, and business process analysis and redesign when warranted.
Experience
Minimum 5 years management experience within a physician practice operation
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or MHA
Education
Bachelor's degree in business administration, health administration or related discipline
Certification Summary
No professional certifications required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with physicians
Strong command of the principles associated with financial analysis, strategic planning, physician practice operations, and healthcare information systems
Demonstrated skills and aptitude for conflict resolution, problem-solving, staff development and time management
Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities:
Personal organization and time management.
Human relations and Teamwork
Personal adaptability
Personal motivation
Listening
Job Responsibilities
Supervise and advise the Managers at assigned practices and support them in managing the practice. Support includes but is not limited to analyzing access and patient throughput; understanding and improving customer satisfaction; productivity analysis and efficiency studies; human resource management and development.
Responsible for the financial viability of the Children's Physician Practice practices as assigned, including, but not limited to: monitoring progress against budget, planning and implementing capital expenditures.
Following progress of business office (either central or local).
Plans and maintains operating budget on a practice-by-practice level.
Understands and monitors physician progress on the compensation plan.
Serve as partner to physicians in assigned practices and liaison between physicians and Children's Administration.
Ensure providers at assigned practices understand their obligations: as specified by their agreements with Children's, in compliance with Children's policies and procedures, in support of Children's goals.
Supports Clinical and Office Staff in upholding clinical quality in practice.
Facilitates monthly provider meetings within assigned practices.
Acts as resource for special task forces throughout Children's as needed.
Primary Location Address
1575 Northeast Expy NE
Job Family
Director/Senior Director
About Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) is a pediatric healthcare system that provides a range of services to children and families in the Atlanta area. The system includes three hospitals, 27 neighborhood locations, and a network of more than 600 pediatric physicians. CHOA is committed to providing high-quality, family-centered care to its patients, and is recognized as one of the top pediatric hospitals in the country. The system's services include primary care, specialty care, emergency care, and more. CHOA is also involved in research and education, and is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children everywhere.
