Senior Director - Clinical Business Operations

About the role

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) School of Medicine, Division of Nephrology is recruiting for a Senior Director – Clinical Business Operations. This position primarily supports upper-level senior professionals in the overall strategic direction, as well as manages the daily operations of the Division of Nephrology.

Responsibilities

• Direct all clinical business operations and administration of a large clinical operational unit.
• Aid in establishing strategic long-term goals and objectives.
• Manage accountability and stewardship of HR, Finance, and facilities in compliance within the Clinical department.
• Ensure Divisional subordinate supervisors and staff adhere to the defined internal controls.
• Manage and plan clinical operations and expansion including clinical contracts.
• Create diverse grant portfolio to include both federal, non-federal, state and industry contracts.
• Provide support to senior department leadership and Division Chief in achieving business and financial objectives for both Division and Clinical Department.
• Negotiate contracts, expand clinical services, identify research and clinical research opportunities.
• Assist in the administration of the clinical enterprise: ensuring best practices, improving systems/strategy, create revenue optimization, monitor faculty productivity, and direct clinical improvement opportunities.
• Provide solutions for maximizing clinical productivity.
• Work with the clinical department to oversee facility space allocation and layout.
• Manage funding profiles and payroll.
• Provide direction by assuring that proposals and awards comply with federal, state, agency, and institutional policies.
• Maintain and promote awareness of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes, and financing options.
• Direct oversight of clinician licensure, credentials, and develop training to ensure faculty are in compliance with campus, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Create a cohesive work team that works collaboratively to achieve Divisional goals.
• Oversee the recruitment, performance, and training of team members and continually reviews strengths and weaknesses of staff to maintain a well-trained, highly involved, and motivated team.
• Handle complaints, resolve conflicts, and actively in the grievance process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, finance, marketing, accounting, human resources, or other related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Eight (8) years of experience in administrative and financial operations with at least one (1) years’ experience in managed care, medical practice, or a related clinical environment.
• Four (4) years of direct supervisory or management experience.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of position requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to support a mission and strategic vision.
• Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
• Skill in consultation and change management.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of position requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to support a mission and strategic vision.
• Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
• Skill in consultation and change management.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Benefits

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

Pay

Hiring Range: $169,000 - $189,000, Commensurate with education and experience

Schedule

Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Shift Day Job