Healthcare Administrator

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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Section of Plastic Surgery is one of eight sections within the Department of Surgery at the University of Michigan Medical School. Plastic Surgery includes 23 instructional, clinical and research track faculty providing clinical care, conducting groundbreaking research and educating the next generation of physicians. The faculty conduct over 32,000 visits and perform over 4,000 operative cases annually, with both adult and pediatric practices. In addition, the section has an extensive outreach with network practices in Ann Arbor, Chelsea, Brighton, Lansing, and Mid-Michigan.

The Department of Surgery is seeking a Section Administrator for the Section of Plastic Surgery. In partnership with the Section Head and Chief Department Administrator, the Section Administrator manages the fiscal, personnel, operational and administrative activities of the section. The Section Administrator also provides leadership in the development and execution of the section's strategic plan as well as the development of business plans for programs and outreach initiatives. In addition, the Section Administrator directs and manages the operations of the research, academic, and clinical programs. The Section Administrator represents the Section Head and the Section of Plastic Surgery at institutional and extramural meetings.

Mission Statement

The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

Primary Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Partner with the Section Head to develop long-term strategies and implementation plans for the clinical, research, and educational missions of the section.
• Manage section finances including the analysis and interpretation of financial data and financial plans. Ensure appropriate internal controls are established and processes followed according to university policy.
• Participate with and provide support to faculty in planning, developing and implementing new program initiatives for the educational, research and clinical/service activities.
• Actively manage relationships with external hospital affiliates to ensure common partnership goals. Review and manage existing contracts and evaluate new partnerships.
• Partner with the section's clinical leads, and UMMG UH/CVC and Mott/Von Voightlander in the on-going operation of the section's inpatient and outpatient clinical services and programs.
• Implement/revise policies and practices to ensure compliance with governing rules and regulations.
• Oversee the preparation of the sections revenue & expense budget and establish controls to maintain budget limitations.
• Monitor business operations through operational analyses and review of operational reports and data. Approve salary and commodity budget expenditures.
• Work closely with the Section Head to provide support relating to faculty, including recruitment, retention, credentialing, annual evaluations, salary program, and effort reporting.
• Monitor post-award grant processes and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Work closely with the Human Resource Business Partner to manage the human resource functions for the section.
• Review and approve staffing plans and transactions, such as definition of duties, reporting relationships, selection and assignment of staff, performance increases, and reclassifications.
• Partner with the Surgery Development Officer on various philanthropic efforts.
• Provide supervision to administrative and support staff.
  
  

This position requires a flexible, proactive, and results oriented individual who will demonstrate vision, creativity, and leadership in resolving issues and setting new direction; strong analytical skills; unquestionable integrity; the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and individuals at all levels within the organization; the ability to build relationships and trust with all constituents; highly developed interpersonal skills; a proven track record of sound, independent judgment; the ability to give honest, forthright advice and feedback.

Required Qualifications*

A Bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration or related. Considerable and progressive administrative, operational, as well as supervisory experience in healthcare is normally required. Knowledge of accounting & budgeting principles and applications is necessary.

Desired Qualifications*

A Master's degree in Health Care Administration or Business Administration. Experience with MPathways and Wolverine Access. Knowledge of clinic operations, experience submitting grant applications and understanding of sponsor guidelines including post award management. Extensive experience managing staff and services. Demonstrated leadership abilities. Experience managing data and converting it into actionable information. Knowledge of issues related to human resources, financial, information technology, and facilities management in a large and diverse organization. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, advanced organizational skills, and a strong record of working effectively with staff in a multicultural, diverse environment.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Opening ID

258491

Working Title

Administrative Dir Healthcare

Job Title

Administrative Dir Healthcare

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Plastic Surgery Section

Posting Begin/End Date

1/07/2025 - 1/21/2025

Career Interest

Healthcare Admin & Support