Medical Day Office Manager
Department: Adult Medical Day | Reports To: Vice President, Medical Programs/Chief Nursing Officer (Program Director) | Position Type: Full-Time | FLSA Status: Exempt
About the Role
The Office Manager plays a vital role in supporting the daily administrative and operational functions of The League for People with Disabilities' Adult Medical Day Program. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Medical Programs/Chief Nursing Officer (Program Director), this position ensures efficient office operations, regulatory compliance, participant documentation, billing accuracy, and administrative support for the interdisciplinary team. The Office Manager serves as a central point of communication for program staff, participants, families, transportation services, and funding agencies while helping advance The League's mission of empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve greater independence, self-sufficiency, and quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Administrative & Operational Support
- Coordinate and oversee the daily administrative operations of the Adult Medical Day Program.
- Provide administrative support to Nursing, Case Management, Activities, Rehabilitation, and program support staff.
- Maintain participant records and ensure documentation complies with Maryland Department of Health (MDH), COMAR, HIPAA, and organizational standards.
- Prepare correspondence, reports, meeting agendas, minutes, spreadsheets, and other administrative documents.
- Assist the Program Director with scheduling, reporting, operational projects, and department initiatives.
- Maintain office supplies, forms, and departmental resources.
- Billing & Financial Administration
- Complete participant billing accurately and within established deadlines using designated billing software.
- Monitor billing activity and immediately communicate discrepancies or concerns to the Program Director.
- Review aging accounts and assist with resolving outstanding payment issues.
- Complete utilization reviews in accordance with payer and funding source requirements.
- Monitor participant attendance and transportation logs to ensure billing accuracy.
- Program Compliance
- Maintain participant files according to state, federal, accreditation, and agency requirements.
- Assist with maintaining departmental policies and procedures in accordance with updates to COMAR and other regulatory requirements.
- Participate in audits, surveys, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain confidentiality of participant and employee information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
- CACFP Administration
- Serve as the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Coordinator.
- Prepare and submit annual CACFP contract renewals.
- Complete monthly reimbursement claims accurately and on time.
- Review and approve meal benefit applications.
- Monitor Point-of-Service meal counts for compliance.
- Attend required Food Service Manager trainings and assist with kitchen operations when needed.
- Communication & Collaboration
- Communicate participant funding changes with the Program Director and Case Management staff.
- Collaborate with Transportation to maintain accurate participant transportation information.
- Support staff with participant mobility information and maintain required records.
- Participate in staff meetings, interdisciplinary meetings, and in-service trainings.
- Foster positive working relationships with participants, families, vendors, funding agencies, and coworkers.
- Leadership & Team Support
- Assist with preparation of staff meeting materials and maintain meeting minutes.
- Support department operations during periods of high workload or staff shortages.
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, confidentiality, and excellent customer service.
- Represent The League professionally with participants, families, visitors, community partners, and external agencies.
- Organizational Commitment
- Demonstrate The League's Core Values: Accountability, Participant Focus, Quality, Independence, Mutual Respect.
- Support diversity, equity, inclusion, and person-centered services.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Office Management, or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of two (2) years of administrative or office management experience, preferably within a healthcare, medical, rehabilitation, or human services environment.
- Experience with healthcare billing, insurance, Medicaid, or other third-party reimbursement processes preferred.
- Experience maintaining confidential medical records.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Experience using electronic health records (EHR) and billing software preferred.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Demonstrated customer service skills and professional judgment.
- Knowledge of HIPAA confidentiality standards preferred.
- Knowledge of COMAR regulations or willingness to learn.
Skills
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple competing responsibilities.
- Ability to analyze billing and financial information for accuracy.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
- Excellent proofreading and documentation skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs.
Physical Requirements
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
- Remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing computer and administrative work.
- Frequently operate a computer, keyboard, calculator, copier, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
- Occasionally move about the office and program areas.
- Frequently communicate verbally and in writing with participants, staff, families, vendors, and funding agencies.
- Occasionally lift, carry, push, or move office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Occasionally bend, reach, stoop, or kneel while retrieving files or office supplies.
- Visual ability to review written documents, electronic records, and financial information.
Mental & Cognitive Requirements
- Maintain concentration while performing detailed administrative and financial tasks.
- Analyze information and make sound decisions within established guidelines.
- Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Maintain accuracy while working in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Exercise sound judgment and discretion with confidential information.
- Adapt to interruptions and changing priorities.
- Communicate professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrate emotional intelligence, professionalism, and effective conflict-resolution skills.
- Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams while maintaining a participant-centered approach.
Work Environment
- Professional office and adult medical day healthcare environment.
- Frequent interaction with participants with physical, developmental, cognitive, and behavioral disabilities.
- Moderate noise level consistent with an active healthcare program.
- Regular use of computers, office equipment, telephones, and electronic record systems.
- Occasional exposure to healthcare-related environments and participant care areas.
Pay
$52,000 - $55,000 Annually
Schedule
Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.