Medical Practice Manager- Medicine (FPO)

Manages clinical, business office and other administrative functions of an ambulatory site.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates and integrates services within the department with other departments, and with the System’s primary functions. Participates in the selection of outside services, if needed.
• Continuously assesses and improves the department’s performance. Maintains appropriate control/assessment programs (if applicable).
• Actively utilizes improvement strategies and tools to positively impact all aspects of operations.
• In cooperation with departmental leadership, manages all on-site activities in such a way that promotes the satisfaction and welfare of the patients visiting the site.
• Facilitates the purchasing of supplies, pharmaceuticals and office goods by working collaboratively with vendors. Assists in the selection of outside services; resolves issues related to services provided by outside vendors.
• Assures that FPI policies regarding cash collections and reconciliation processes are followed using GE’s Front Desk and Credit Card Module.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor degree from a four year college or university or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum five years of management experience in a medical office setting.

 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

•       Knowledge of ongoing, hospital, practice management and health care trends,
•         health care legislation and regulatory standards.
•       Knowledge of organizational fiduciary, budgetary, and financial methods and practices.
•       Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources is required to perform the essential functions described.
•        Knowledge of contracts.
•        Ability to make operational and management decisions in response to changing
•          conditions and in emergencies.