Practice Administrator, Strand Regional Specialty Associates - Myrtle Beach, SC at Myrtle Beach

Job Description

Job: Directors & Managers

HCA Physician Services implements innovative, value added solutions that help physicians deliver high quality, cost effective healthcare to support HCAs commitment to the care and improvement of human life. We focus on quality, streamlining operations and continuously improving technology as we strive to provide the best possible patient care and serve our community.We offer an excellent benefits package, competitive salary and growth opportunities. Join our team and share your skills and talents with the nations leading provider of healthcare services.The primary responsibilities of the Practice Administrator include maintenance of the daily operations and general management of the practice(s). This job also involves developing educational planning programs, allocating and assigning duties to employees, and monitoring the activities and operations of all the practice(s) components to ensure the practice(s) meets its objectives.DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: The ove rall operational responsibility for the routine business and clinical functions through administrative and clinical staff including front desk, medical records, nursing, and ancillary services to ensure maximum utilization of resources and the efficient delivery of services of his or her assigned practices. Directs and manages projects for each practice such as: Monitors patient flow through the practice(s) to ensure appropriate utilization of physician time and staff coverage. Monitors or reviews patient registration and data entry into the system for timeliness, accuracy, and thoroughness. Develops special work load reports to adjust staffing levels as necessary. Reviews and handles patient complaints. Reviews charges, visit encounters, and cash receipts for variations and patterns. Conducts spot audits to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Reviews lab and x-ray service utilization, physician charges and coding accuracy, and capture of charges. Provides physician and staff training as required. Conducts patient and staff surveys and questionnaires. Analyzes average patient waiting time. Identifies practice/business development opportunities to increase the practice(s) market share. Interacts on a biweekly basis with each physician to ensure their practice business needs are met and: Resolves any medical/administrative problems. Keeps lines of communication open between practice staff and administration. Insures a high employee morale and a professional, effective, and efficient working atmosphere. Develops, implements and monitors annual practice(s) budget(s) by: Analyzes financial impact of changes in clinical activities and forecasts actual revenue/expenditures versus approved budget. Recommends corrective action as required. Develops cost/benefit analyses of new patient care services and equipment to maximize patient revenues. Recommends implementation/purchase of new services/equipment. Meets monthly with physicians to review financial performance and key practice indicators. Insures that the practice staff follows all receivable/collection guidelines. Monitors purchases for each practice. Plans a corrective strategy when order levels are excessive in volume or cost and communicates the strategy with the Division/Market Practice Manager. Ensures that the most cost effective vendors and products are being utilized.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION A Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field is required, with an emphasis in Healthcare Administration preferred. Masters degree preferred.EXPERIENCE Three years work and supervisory experience in practice management of a large practice. Effective working knowledge of healthcare financial management, specifically medical practice accounting, third party reimbursement issues, patient flow and facilities management.
Country: USA, State: South Carolina, City: Myrtle Beach, Company: HCA Physician Services.