Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Position responsible for coordination of daily operations of the department/division including physician support, patient services, staff supervision, and organizational management. Participates in the strategic planning and overall development of the department/division.

Job Description

• Maintains high levels of employee and patient satisfaction. Provides direction and assistance in resolving issues and complaints by physicians, patients, staff, and referring physician offices. Coordinates patient services, ensuring safe, quality care is provided in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Works with the division chief, ambulatory leadership and peers on annual plans to optimize the division. Implements and monitors the developmental action plan.
• In partnership with central administration, reviews division operational budget, provider and staff productivity and metrics. Also monitors supplies/equipment, ordering/repairing as required to ensure the quality of care and operational standard are maintained, in a cost-effective way.
• Manages clinical, administrative, and medical assistant support staff. Duties include hiring, training, mentoring, evaluating and terminating, as appropriate and in alignment with central administration partners. 
• Supports clinical operations within the division, in alignment with the division to follow University and Department of Pediatric standards. Implements and maintains office procedure manuals. Responsible for the collection and maintenance of records pertaining to the division’s CQI activities and patient satisfaction data. 
• Works closely with leadership to enforce policies/procedures and quality control indicators through quality assurance and risk management programs.  Maintains compliance with existing policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal Office Environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

• Office Equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross

Work Experience:

Clinical Office (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Communication, Customer Service, Front Desk Operations, Insurance Precertification, Insurance Verification, Interpersonal Communication, Medical Records Management, Organizing, Patient Services, Supervisory Management, Telephone Triage

Grade

C13

Salary Range

$68,100.00 - $105,500.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.