Associate Director Department of Surgery

Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

Admin-Surgery-Clinic

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Support

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Tucson is set in a Sonoran Desert valley surrounded by five mountain ranges. Boasting an average 350 sunny days a year and warm dry air, the climate is ideal for year-round outdoor recreation. Tucson offers one-of-a-kind experiences for those interested in outdoor adventure and nature, heritage and culture, arts and attractions, golf and original Southwest-inspired dining.

The Associate Director will work closely with Cardiothoracic, Vascular, Abdominal Transplant, and Surgical Podiatrist Providers/APP. The AD will coordinate distribution of effort changes with cross-functional teams, maintenance of contract renewals, review of locum timecards and invoicing, coordination of faculty/APP recruitment process, other duties as assigned.  This person will supervise the office coordinator team in developing efficient work processes.  This person will work closely with Business Analyst in reviewing and creating action plans based on departmental reports, will review and approve timecards, as needed.

Work hours are from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday.

Banner University Medical Group is our nonprofit faculty practice plan associated with the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine in Phoenix and Tucson. Our 800-plus clinicians provide primary and specialty care to patients at highly ranked Banner - University Medical Centers and dozens of clinics while providing mentorship to more than 700 residents and fellows. Our practice values and encourages the three-part mission of academic medicine: research, education and excellent patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position will ensure that business, ancillary services, and operational processes are efficient, cost effective, meet University of Arizona (UA) and Banner requirements, and improve physician and patient satisfaction. The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the direction of the clinical and financial activities of a high-volume, fast-paced clinical division(s). This position is expected to actively participate in the development and implementation of short and long-term division business planning in conjunction with the Division Chief(s) and Department Administration. This position is jointly responsible for the financial health of the Division's clinical operations.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assist in the oversight of business operations for the Division(s) within the Department.

2. Under the direction of Division Chief(s), assist in the development and implementation of division business/strategic planning documents. Conduct market analysis, analyze industry trends and recommend business strategies. Carry out these initiatives to ensure division growth and alignment with Department goals.

3. Under the direction of the Division Chief(s), assist in faculty recruitment, including development of the financial proforma, appointment process, credentialing and other related hiring requirements.

4. Develop and monitor administrative infrastructure to support division(s) operations to include staffing levels, compensation plan, organizational development, recruitment and retention as well as team building.

5. Provide monthly management report to Department Administrator and management team.

6. Develop, implement, evaluate, and monitor business operating policies, procedures, and management tools in accordance with UA/Banner standards and guidelines.

7. Investigate and resolve provider complaints, concerns, or issues as needed.

8. Work with Banner leadership to develop and implement processes for new and existing programs and systems to maximize efficiency and revenue.

9. This position interacts with all levels of management and employees, both internally and externally, which includes business, non-clinical and clinical support function leaders, and recruiters.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a strong knowledge of business, non-clinical and clinical support functions as normally obtained through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.

Three years of management experience in a healthcare setting; or, seven years of progressive management experience in a healthcare setting with extensive knowledge of academic hospital and physician practice operations. Extensive knowledge of business, non-clinical and clinical