Executive Director Business Affairs - Orthopedic Surgery

Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
WashU Medicine Orthopedics is a national leader in clinical care, education and research. By the numbers, they are #1 in Missouri, #3 in the U.S. for NIH research funding, #3 in the U.S. for surgical residency training and #13 and #24 by U.S. News & World Report for pediatric and adult orthopedic care, respectively. The Department's training programs provide education to more than 75 residents, fellows, and post-doctoral fellows annually. The department's clinical faculty, composed of 75+ physicians and surgeons, provide the full continuum of musculoskeletal care at more than 13 clinical locations. Annual patient volume exceeds 205,000 office visits and 18,000 surgical cases.

The Executive Director, Business Affairs is responsible for the financial, personnel, systems, facilities, and operational activities of the department encompassing its clinical, research, and teaching missions. In conjunction with the Department Chair, the position's primary goal is to ensure that faculty have the resources and infrastructure necessary to optimize their productivity in each mission domain while maintaining a sustainable financial model. The Executive Director reports to the Chair and is a member of the Vice Chair and finance committees.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees department staff and in collaboration with key managers, ensures staff are well-trained, engaged, service oriented, and productive.
• Directs all department business functions such as human resources, planning, finance, accounting, revenue cycle, information systems, and purchasing.
• Oversees the department's appointment center and revenue cycle operations working collaboratively with the director to optimize patient pre-arrival, reception, charge capture, billing, and collection operations; establishes policies, procedures, and standards to optimize reimbursements.
• Administers faculty and staff compensation and incentive plans, develops analysis, and reviews year end results with individual faculty.
• In collaboration with Chairman, develops annual department plan including short- and long-term goals and objectives which include multiyear forecasts based on department objectives; assesses the financial impacts of new initiatives as well as those associated with internal and external trends and changing regulations (e.g., reimbursement changes and grant opportunities).
• Negotiates/recommends business aspects of contractual relationships, providing systems/procedures to implement contract administration.
• Manages financial reporting, operational reporting, and benchmark analysis; communicate results for both individuals, services, and department.
• Insures long-term financial stability and growth of the department while developing strategies for revenue enhancements and process improvement.
• Oversees communication and marketing plans to advertise/promote department's services, physicians, and locations.
• Plans utilization of existing departmental facilities and recommends allocation and use of new and remodeled space or service locations. Reviews and analyzes requests for space and recommends distribution of space for research and academic programs to Chair.
• Represents the department to the Medical School, university, and hospital leadership. Participates on various committees and activities on both a routine and ad hoc basis. Interacts with faculty, staff, school, hospital leadership, referring physicians, patients, and families in a positive and professional manner.
• Ensures Department is compliant with Washington University, Washington University School of Medicine, BJC Healthcare, and applicable federal/state laws and regulations in all areas of operation.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC Typing).

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:
Master's degree

Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:
Progressive Managerial Responsibility (10 Years)

Skills:
Not Applicable

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

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Seven years experience in a leadership position in an academic orthopedic department, multi-specialty group practice, faculty practice, or hospital service line, which otherwise demonstrates the ability to manage a large, complex, multi-divisional, multi-site, academic department.
• Certification and active participation in one or more healthcare professional associations.

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:
Leadership (7 Years)

Skills:
Budget Preparation, Business Information Systems, Business Planning, Clinical Practice Management, Contract Negotiations, Effective Written Communication, Executive Leadership, Financial Analysis, Financial Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Institution Management, Fund Accounting, Grant Funding, Group Presentations, Healthcare Contracts, Interpersonal Communication, Managed Care, Marketing Plan Development, Medical Office Administration, Orthopedic Medicine, Regulatory Compliance, Research Grants, Revenue Enhancements, Senior Leader Engagement, Space Planning

Grade
G00

Salary Range
Base pay is commensurate with experience.

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 CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu 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.

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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.