System Operations And Performance Manager - Perioperative Services
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits : from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
The System Operations And Performance Manager reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The System Operations And Performance Manager will lead planning and implementation activities for all Northwestern Health Network Facilities. This will include the development budgets, work plans and metrics and coordination of internal and external resources to execute activities. The System Operations And Performance Manager will work closely with managers, directors, and clinicians to develop and monitor work plans to achieve the department's strategic goals and objectives. Additionally, the System Operations And Performance Manager leads people by using communication skills to build trusting interdisciplinary relationships; engages in conflict management, coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and staff development; fosters an environment for shared decision making.
Responsibilities :
- Assists with day-to-day business operations at NMH (i.e. managing blanket POs, monthly financial reporting, ad hoc analysis etc.)
- Manages NMH routine capital process : reviewing requests, recommending prioritization, submitting projects etc.
- Supports both NMH and system budgeting process
- Oversees OR billers and PeriOp Informatics team
- Leads system wide financial improvement projects (i.e. improving supply cost per case, enhancing financial reporting etc.)
Core Function : System Operations Performance Manager
Leads the development and implementation of approaches to attain top decile performance in safety, quality, financial and operational efficiency throughout the systemMonitors outcomes, tracks trends, and develops improvement plans to achieve system projectsAccountable for structure and processes to improve efficiency and quality outcomes, including the facilitation of system committee meetingsSummarize and present project information to a variety of audiences including both executive leadership and front-line staffManage teams that support the day-to-day operations and performance management. For example :Operations analystsBilling specialists that support posting chargesBasic Core Skills :
Collaboration :Work collaboratively across functions and hospitals, facilitating meetings to drive work forward while valuing unique skills and capabilities of each participantEstablish and execute effective and efficient communication mechanisms which enable continuous exchange of project status, ideas and information, and project developments among team members, NM Executives (project sponsors) and vendor partners.Customer Focus :Clearly identifies the internal and external customer(s) for their unit or service area and their respective requirements / expectations.Actively seeks methods of concurrent and retrospective feedback from customers, listens to customer feedback and implements solutions and / or interventions as appropriate.Analytical Mindset :Strives to be a data driven leader and decision maker utilizing data to guide decisions and achieve optimal outcomesHas the ability to conduct complex data analysisCreative Leadership :Translates organizational vision into a unit or service area vision that engages team members in contributing to and achieving that vision.Commitment to establish and maintain a team environment that embodies inclusion, empathy, and respectProvides feedback to improve employee performance and engagementContinuous Learning :Seeks new ideas from a wide range of sources; encourages others to share knowledge and best practices.Continuously identifies opportunities for personal professional developmentFoster a culture of learning, mentorship, and professional development in our pursuit to be betterPromote a psychologically safe environment that encourages sharing errors and ideas to encourage continuous quality improvementAdditional Functions :
Other duties as assignedRequired :
Master's degree or current enrollmentMinimum of 2 years of people leadership experienceExpertise in Microsoft : Word, Excel, Power PointDemonstrated project management and organizational skills, demonstrated analysis and problem-solving skills, excellent oral and communication skills, demonstrated ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with peers and constituents at all levels of the organization.Experience managing large, complex projectsExceptional communication and change management skillsHolds general business acumenAbility to summarize and present information to a variety of audiencesPreferred :
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a healthcare environmentNorthwestern Medicine is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.