Healthcare Operations Facility Administrator

Fresenius Medical Care•Palm Desert, CA

4d•$71,000 - $166,000

About The Position

As a Facility Administrator with Fresenius Medical Care, you will manage and oversee the daily operations of a dialysis clinic and collaborate with the Medical Director and Charge Nurse regarding quality patient care. You will participate in the Clinical Leadership Program, which supports continuous learning for managers through onboarding, essential functions, business leadership, and advanced leadership. The role may provide career advancement opportunities to Director of Operations and senior leadership roles. The position oversees clinic operations, patient care coordination, staff development and administration, and physician relationships. It includes managing clinic financials, staffing, quality standards, supplies and equipment, records, surveys, and reporting. The administrator also coordinates patient care from admission through discharge and supports patients, families, and clinical staff. The role is based in a healthcare facility environment with temperature control and moderate noise. Work includes desk and personal computer work, interaction with facility staff and physicians, and may require travel between assigned facilities, within the community, or to regional, business unit, and corporate meetings. Exposure to infectious and contagious diseases or materials may occur. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Pay depends on work location and qualifications, including education, experience, skills, and competencies. The annual rate is $71,000 to $166,000. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 4 years of business operations experience in a healthcare facility.

Responsibilities

Manage clinic operations, including costs, processes, staffing, and quality standards.
Provide leadership, coaching, and development plans for direct reports.
Partner with internal Human Resources, Quality, and Technical Services departments.
Collaborate with the Home Therapies Manager to oversee the facility’s Home Therapies Program.
Maintain the integrity of medical and operational records and comply with data collection and auditing activities.
Manage clinic financials, including efficient use of supplies and equipment and regular profit-and-loss reviews.
Complete required network reporting and support on-site state or federal surveys.
Coordinate inventory and supply management, review monthly inventory counts, and approve purchase orders to support cost containment, timely distribution, and competitive pricing.
Collaborate with the Charge RN, Medical Director, and physicians regarding direct patient care responsibilities.
Coordinate patient care from admission through discharge.
Monitor patient and family education regarding access care, including medical instructions.
Serve as a resource for patients and families, address concerns and questions, and review patient satisfaction surveys.
Participate in selecting and hiring team members and ensure completion of new-hire orientation and mandatory training.
Ensure patient care employees complete appropriate training and maintain current licensures and certifications.
Support clinical staff regularly and encourage professional growth.
Maintain current knowledge of company benefits, policies, procedures, and processes.
Complete employee evaluations and establish annual goals.
Document disciplinary actions and confer with the clinic Director of Operations and Human Resources when needed.
Manage staff scheduling and payroll.
Facilitate physician privilege applications and compliance with Fresenius Medical Care Medical Staff By-Laws.
Build strong physician relationships and ensure regular, effective communication.
Participate in the regional Governing Body, an interdisciplinary team that governs policies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Parental leave
Potential performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for family members
Financial support during personal hardship
Relief support during natural disasters