Clinic Administrator - WellMed at Weslaco

UnitedHealth Group•Weslaco, TX

About The Position

Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates Position in this function provides leadership, direction and administration of operations to ensure accomplishment of clinic and organizational objectives. Directs, supervises and coordinates the overall operation of the clinic and staff.

Requirements

3+ years of healthcare administration experience required, including one year of supervisory experience
Knowledge of health care administration, clinic philosophy and policies and operating procedures
Knowledge of fiscal management systems
Knowledge of human resource management practices including supervision and staff development
Knowledge of governmental regulations and reimbursement standards
Knowledge of computer programs and applications
Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem solving, decision making
Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationship with staff, Senior Management, patients, vendors, and payers, public
Skill in organizing work to achieve clinic goals and objectives
Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Proven ability to analyze and interpret complex data
Proven ability to research and prepare comprehensive reports
Proven ability to monitor compliance standards

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience within a clinic setting
Bilingual in Spanish
EMR/Clinical database knowledge

Responsibilities

Directs, supervises, coordinates specific functions and activities of clinic, including systems, policies and procedures, human resources, support services, etc. required
Assists the Medical Director in the development and marketing of new services and referral sources
Facilitates the employment, development and management of employees
Promotes the provision of cost-effective, high-quality health care services to patients
Cooperates with medical and administrative staff to ensure compliance with standards and regulations
Reviews operational problems/policies and recommends solutions and change to Medical Director
Collaborates with Medical Director in the preparation and implementation of quarterly budgets. Recommends funding based on knowledge of policies, costs, and operating practices
Represents clinic at public and professional meetings and conferences
Participates in clinic communication and public relations programs
Maintains professional affiliations and enhances professional development to keep pace with the trends in health care administration
Performs other related duties which may be inclusive, but not listed in position job description