Practice Administrator

Oakland Ophthalmic Surgery•Birmingham, MI

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position works in concert with the Physicians and Officers in overseeing administrative, financial, and developmental activities of the company and its affiliated entities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
8-10 years of experience with medical practice management, preferably in ophthalmology
Strong financial background with previous Profit and Loss (P&L), accounting or general ledger experience
Hands-on experience in medical services marketing, strategic planning and process improvement
Demonstrable experience in practice development and expansion
Experience in maintaining professional relationships with referral sources, payers, and other groups
General management expertise
Favorable result on background check required
Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
Superior interpersonal and communications skills
Decisive leadership with above-average judgment
Trustworthiness
Able to effectively sustain multiple simultaneous tasks
Attentive to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare, or other related discipline preferred
Eyecare certification reimbursement

Responsibilities

Identifies opportunities for practice growth and revenue diversification through satellite offices, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) or other ventures, and ensures effective implementation and subsequent management of designated priorities.
Monitors developments in the local market and provides recommendations regarding appropriate responses and strategies. Ensures implementation of planning initiatives.
Develops and administers ongoing marketing efforts to inform current and potential patients regarding practice services available; also monitors effectiveness of such efforts through appropriate measures and review.
Maintains appropriate oversight of practice financial operations, including billing, disbursements, reporting, budgeting and safekeeping of practice assets, and ensures optimal efficiency and profitability within the practice.
Ensures appropriate quality standards in all aspects of practice services provided to patients and maintains effective methods for assessing such performance.
Acts as a liaison for the practice in coordinating and facilitating its dealings with legal counsel, accountants, consultants, and others.
Ensures effective supervision and training of practice staff, encourages optimal performance, and maintains compliance with operating procedures and governmental regulations.
Maintains positive and loyal relationships among referring specialists, actively solicits and resolves areas of concern, and provides appropriate training and coordination assistance for referring offices.
Maintains appropriate communication with payers, sustaining positive and mutually beneficial relationships; also monitors payer contract performance and provides evaluation of potential contracting opportunities.
Performs other duties and assumes various responsibilities as determined by the Physician Director and Chief Operating Officer.