Operations Administrator

Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, was formed in 2012 as the physician services unit of UHS. IPM develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics which align with UHS acute care facilities. It also provides select services for the Behavioral Health division of UHS. Through continuing growth, IPM operates in 12 markets across six states and the District of Columbia. Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve.

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Position Overview:

The Operations Administrator assists the Market Director in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and directing day-to-day functions of programs and activities. Develops and implements policies and procedures in coordination with corporate direction. Works closely with Practice Administrators/Managers on issues related to financial and operational performance. Communicates and implements corporate strategic initiatives within the Market. Demonstrates Service Excellence and conveys professionalism at all times, with a strong motivation to achieve optimum results. This position is directly responsible for daily operations, inventory, overseeing IT and managed care initiatives. This position has direct reports and reports to the Market Director.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Consults with employees and physicians concerning the operation of their practice to assist in eliminating and correcting problem areas, as well as improvements of services.
• Assist employees and physicians with the development and use of departmental policies and procedures and establishes a rapport so that each can see the importance of teamwork.
• Exhibits effective leadership skills through planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating practice functions in relation to IPM and UHS vision, mission, goals, values and policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships with both internal and external customers.
• In the absence of the Market Director, represents the Medical Group and participates in top level meetings. As needed, attends all functions, meetings, etc., as a representative of the Medical Group.
• Assists the Regional Financial Analysts and Accountants in Revenue Cycle Management of the Medical Group.
• Maintains accountability for budget compliance and budget variance; provides written monthly justifications for budget variance > 5%.
• Interviews and selectively hires staff according to the needs of the department.
• Coaches and counsels staff as required; provides written documentation to support coaching and/or corrective action sessions as appropriate.
• Provides corrective action and, if necessary, terminates staff after appropriate counseling, and following company policies and procedures.
• Prepares and submits the proposed annual Operating, Maintenance, and Capital Expenditure budgets for designated cost center by the specified deadline.

This position is located within IPM's Aiken, SC market based in Aiken, South Carolina.

Bachelor's degree in Health or Business Administration preferred. 5-8 years work experience in progressively responsible practice operations will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.

• Three to five years of physician practice business leadership experience or healthcare management experience is required.
• Strong understanding of the financial management, and business and clinical operations of a medical group practice.
• Knowledge of fiscal management techniques, revenue cycle management and third party reimbursement.
• In depth understanding of healthcare administrative systems, governmental regulations, compliance requirements, computer systems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical and administrative staff, patients and the public.
• Managing and building teams.
• Multitasking, decision making, process improvement.

As an IPM employee you will be part of a first-class organization offering:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Education Assistance
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

and much more!

Independence Shared Services is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Independence Shared Services. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since our inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, our annual revenues during 2024 were approximately $15.8 billion. UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; ranked #299 on the Fortune 500; and ranked #399 among U.S. companies on Forbes Global 2000 World's Largest Public Companies.

Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was upon the Company's founding in 1979, enabling us to provide compassionate care to our patients and their loved ones. Our strategy includes building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, investing in the people and equipment needed to allow each facility to thrive, and becoming the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 28 inpatient acute care hospitals, 331 inpatient behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. It acts as the advisor to Universal Health Realty Income Trust, a real estate investment trust (NYSE:UHT). For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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