Regional Director Of Operations

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Job description

Direct, plan, supervise, organize and control environment and activities of multiple center dermatology facilities within a defined territory. Develop and implement a business plan for each center that achieves the financial and service goals of PhyNet.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the clinic operations to ensure the corporate goals of service, associate engagement, patient experience are accomplished and maintain a culture that focuses on quality medical care and customer service while supporting the physicians' needs within the organization.
• Direct, supervise and coordinate the functions and activities of clinics including systems, budget, materials management, human resources, data processing and maintenance.
• Directs daily operations to include registration, cash collection, charge preparation, referral/authorizations.
• Develop an understanding of the intricacies of dermatology clinic visits and surgical procedures, the role of the referring provider, the interplay of the pathology lab with the dermatology offices, and the cosmetic procedures performed within the clinic setting to better support our provider partners, their patients and the financial goals of PhyNet Dermatology.
• Participate in the development of corporate goals, objectives and policies.
• Promote the provision of cost-effective, high-quality health care services for patients.
• Ensure high degree of patient and client satisfaction with the clinics.
• Develop initiative, motivation and positive morale within the center staff.
• Maintain compliance with government and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain standards of quality care.
• Develop operational plans to assure medical and logistical viability and to fulfill the clinics' goals and objectives in a coordinated, effective and efficient manner.
• Develop budgets, including forecasts of revenue, workload, requirements for personnel, space, equipment and support services to assure financial viability and to fulfill the clinics' goals and objectives in a coordinated, effective and efficient manner. Report and interpret monthly and annual data to assure budget compliance.
• Implement marketing plans which include assisting with the development of the corporate strategy, promotion of the clinics and their professionals, and product/service assessment. Responsible for public relations and referral relationships.
• Analyze market conditions, identify and interpret trends or deviations from standards and respond by initiating policy or procedure changes. Negotiate client discounts.
• Resolve conflicts that occur in an organization while protecting the professional and legal rights of everyone involved.
• Resolve problems related to staffing, utilization of facilities, equipment and supplies.
• Analyze systems and procedures and initiate changes to improve work flow and efficiency. Maintain and compile statistics when necessary or upon the request of the senior management.
• Recommend center facility improvements including construction, renovation and purchase of equipment.
• Maintain the buildings, grounds, facilities and equipment in a manner consistent with the highest standards of safety, sanitation, efficiency and appearance.
• Interpret center and corporate policies, objectives and operational procedures to center employees.
• Select and train/orient center personnel.
• Work with center staff to develop/implement performance goals and objectives. Determine merit increases, promotions. and disciplinary actions
• Interact with other Center Administrators and senior management to ensure coordinated efforts in the development of professional relations and contractual arrangements with third party payers, clients and government agencies.
• Consult with medical staff to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Represent clinics at public and professional meetings and conferences as required. Participate in center communication and public relations programs.
• Maintain professional affiliations and enhance professional development to keep pace with the trends in health care administration.
• Maintain strictest confidentiality.
• Perform related work as required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in health or business administration, preferably with an emphasis in finance or accounting; Master's degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of seven years of management experience including a minimum of three years experience in a health care organization; a minimum of five years experience in positions with responsibility for preparation of budgets and for financial review of statements including variance analysis. Dermatology experience preferred.