Program Director of Clinical Business Operations

University Staff

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pediatrics

Job Title : Program Director of Clinical Business Operations

Position # : 00812476 - Requisition # : 35009

Job Summary :

The Program Director of Clinical Business Operations will collaborate with the Vice Chair of Finance and Administration, the Vice Chair for Clinical Performance, and the Vice Chair of Faculty Wellbeing to provide leadership to faculty and staff across our clinical mission.

This role will partner with the Practice Optimization Manager to develop and implement the department's key clinical priorities.

This role will lead the business functions supporting those efforts including managing the portfolio of clinical (cFTE) productivity reporting and managing reporting tools tracking key department clinical KPIs.

This role will also identify key opportunities to improve the financial sustainability of our clinical care models.

Key Responsibilities :

• Management and evaluation of faculty clinical time (cFTE) performance and growth planning efforts.
• Define and track clinical expectations in partnership with the Vice Chair for Clinical Performance for all faculty within the Department.
• Provide direct supervision and oversight of the CU data analytics team responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual productivity reporting including but not limited to CARE effort, RVU productivity, and clinical presence.
• Partner with the finance team and sections during the budget cycle to accurately project charge and patient income projections and clinical FTE expenses.
• Develop and manage a centralized departmental data center to provide real-time, proactive reporting and analytics tools to sections connecting productivity and business planning efforts with the strategic goals of operational excellence initiatives.
• Partner with the Manager of Practice Optimization and the entire Department Operational Excellence and Transformation team to ensure that key clinical initiatives are successful and making an impact on faculty well-being and sustainability efforts.
• Act as key contact and expert on department operational excellence data, which includes training and educating service line leadership regarding connecting the data with clinical strategy.

Work Location :

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 1-2 days per week on campus as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us :

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country.

CU Anschutz has top-ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado.

CU-Anschutz is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital of Colorado, and the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Public Health, providing access to an array of possibilities to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.

The Department of Pediatrics is one of the University of Colorado's largest academic units with over 1,000 faculty and 500 staff across 24 pediatric subspecialty sections.

The Program Director leads clinical operations efforts focused on increasing the sustainability of the Department's clinical programs through the application of practice optimization methodologies and initiatives impacting our organizational health and access to exceptional care.

The position works closely with the Vice Chair for Clinical Performance and the Vice Chair for Wellbeing to promote the interconnectedness between faculty wellbeing and clinical sustainability and is a key member of the Department's administrative team.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including :

• Medical : Multiple plan options
• Dental : Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance : Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan : Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off : Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days : 22 / year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days : 15 / year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days : 10 / year
• Tuition Benefit : Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass : Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage

Diversity and Equity :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff.

The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans.

The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in business , business administration, finance, accounting, health care administration, education, social sciences, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Six (6) years of demonstrated progressive experience in a university and / or healthcare setting.
• Substitution : A combination of education and related technical / paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Condition of Employment :

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado.
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check.
• For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598.

Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University.

If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master's degree in health administration, or equivalent field.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in an academic healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical practice professional billing, revenue cycle capture, and clinical data measurement.
• Background in process improvement methodologies, such as LEAN Six Sigma.
• Demonstrated prior experience in quality improvement and change management.
• Demonstrated prior experience in financial management, clinical operations, and strategic planning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Experience working in complex behavioral health or academic medical settings.
• Effective communication and facilitation skills.
• Management of large, complex budgets.
• Strong leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and grow team members.
• Strategic planning experience including organizational development.
• Strong analytical and business planning skills.

How to Apply :

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s) :

A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.

Curriculum vitae / Resume

Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu / cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to : Mike Jonen, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins :

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by October 18, 2024.

Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range :

The hiring range for this position has been established as $83,631 to $106,379.

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator : http : / / www.cu.edu / node / 153125

ADA Statement :

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.

To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.

[email protected] .

Background Check Statement :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors.

To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement :

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively.

In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References

Job Category

Business Services

Primary Location

Aurora

Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20269 - SOM-PEDS GENERAL OPERATIONS

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Sep 26, 2024

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name : Mike Jonen

Posting Contact Email : [email protected]

Position Number : 00812476