Please note: Applications must be submitted directly online only at: https://jobs.uri.edu

Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by May 24, 2023. Second consideration may be given to applications received by June 7, 2023. Applications received subsequent to second consideration date (June 7, 2023) may not be given full consideration.
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BASIC FUNCTION:

Provide direct and continuous oversight for fiscal, office and billing management, insurance management, resource management, business management, pharmacy, health information management, diagnostic laboratory, and diagnostic imaging services. Work closely with the Director of Health Services to oversee the day-to-day operation of the facility and ensure effective and efficient operations which align with the University’s, division’s, and department’s strategic plan and key performance indicators. Responsible for ensuring clean and well-maintained facilities, as well as effective policies, programs, and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee the information management and system administration functions for Health Services’ networked microcomputer information system. Responsible for establishing and documenting work processes and procedures, for training professional and support staff on system operation, and for serving as liaison to information management vendors (e.g., MediCat, PeopleSoft) in conjunction with the Health Services’ Information Technologist.

Responsible for system analysis, including translating data and presenting information in a way to facilitate clinical and business decisions.

Oversee the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program (QAPI), and, through the application of theory and tools for managers and staff, examine outcomes and processes.

Facilitate community partnerships with local health and hospital services for continuity of care and health insurance participation.

Oversee the operation of the Pharmacy, Diagnostic Laboratory, and Diagnostic Imaging departments.

Oversee the resource management plan for Health Services.

Develop annual budget with the Director and Operations team; manage funds within the budget and be responsible for fiscal planning for the department.

Responsible for all administrative personnel related functions for Health Services in coordination with unit coordinators. This includes recruitment, retention, conflict resolution, and maintenance of appropriate records in compliance with university policies and procedures.

Establish productivity indicators for each functional area; perform comparative analyses and provide data-driven information to managers and staff.

Oversee the Accident/Sickness Insurance Program, develop annual insurance bid specifications, and serve as liaison between the broker/underwriter and the University. Receive customer input regarding carrier performance and lead the negotiations for carrier selection.

Responsible for the oversight of the procurement process including approval of purchasing card transactions, LVPO’s, College Requisitions, etc. Provide management monitoring and liaise with University and State procurement officials.

Responsible for the oversight for facility operations. Design bid specifications for and facilitate implementation of these contracts.

Monitor both individual and Health Services’ compliance with University, State, and Federal rules and regulations in resource management transactions.

Be an active participant in the Health Services’ Operations, Leadership Team, Safety and Infection Control assuming a leadership role in the absence of the Director.

Responsible for the oversight and processing/approval of the Health Services payroll, including state payroll and staff/student internal payroll.

Responsible for all non-clinical processes for compliance with accreditation standards.

Lead the development of the marketing strategy for the delivery of healthcare and wellness to a diverse student population.

Responsible for keeping up to date regarding evolving issues in the complex health care environment and, on a regular basis, for reporting trends to the Leadership Team, the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee (QAPI) and, as appropriate, the general Health Services’ staff.

Maintain current working knowledge of all the University’s negotiated labor agreements applicable to Health Services’ staff (currently five agreements) and assist managers in dealing with personnel issues that may impact the mission of Health Services.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

In the Director’s absence, be responsible for Health Services’ overall management.

Serve on both Health Services-centric and University-wide committees as well as represent Health Services in State-wide groups and initiatives as requested.

Perform other duties as required.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, Microsoft office 365, Qualtrics, facsimiles, printers, scanners, servers, networks; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software. Joint Commission or AAAHC accreditation process.

REQUIRED:

1. Master’s degree in business, health care administration, or related field.

2. Minimum of seven years’ experience in a healthcare management function.

3. Demonstrated participation in Joint Commission or AAAHC accreditation process, and Continuous Performance Improvement process.

4. Demonstrated experience with Windows technology and application software for analysis.

5. Demonstrated experience working with an Electronic Health Record.

6. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

7. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

8. Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA and related regulations.

9. Demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate, and process large amounts of information.

10. Demonstrated supervisory experience.

11. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

12. Demonstrated ability to interpret institutional policies, plans, objectives, rules and regulations, and to communicate the interpretation to others.

13. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, prepare, and present clinical and business information for analysis for decision making.

14. Demonstrated ability to speak effectively before small and large groups on Health Services.

15. Demonstrated ability to work in a team-centered environment.

PREFERRED:

1. Demonstrated experience with MediCat EHR product applications.

2. Demonstrated knowledge of FERPA and related regulations.

3. Demonstrated experience with, or supervisory knowledge of, the operation of pharmacy, health information management, diagnostic laboratory, and diagnostic imaging.

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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Environmental conditions are those of an office and ambulatory health care facility with no adverse exposure.

(#1) Cover letter.

(#2) Resume.

(#3) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references, two from a supervisor. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).