Director Orthopaedic Services

Overview

Directs all administrative and management activities for the Department of Orthopaedics. Leads the administrative team in carrying out the day-to-day operations of the Department. Leads planning for the development of surgical professional services.

Responsibilities

Provides administrative support in the development and implementation of annual and 3-year programmatic, financial, and operational plans.

Leads the administrative team in developing management systems.

Leads and manages the Dartmouth Medical School team in developing systems.

Assumes lead responsibility for special Clinic-wide or Department-specific projects designated by the Vice President and/or Department Chairman. These projects will include the identification, development, and implementation of programs to enhance the delivery of effective and efficient ambulatory care.

Participates as a member of the Clinic's operations management group in an effort to identify and solve operational problems and develop opportunities for new or enhanced patient care services.

Collaborates and coordinates with individuals in parallel administrative positions in the Hospital and Medical School to assure full knowledge of all department activities as well as a means of coordinating both the clinical and academic responsibilities of the department.

Through affiliation with various state and national organizations, keeps abreast of new developments in the ambulatory care setting - in particular, reimbursement and regulatory changes which may affect the operation of the Hospital.

Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience in health care administration, preferably in the ambulatory care setting, or the equivalent education and experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• The ability to relate to and deal effectively with physicians, administrators, support staff and the general public with a high degree of tact and discretion desired.
• Excellent oral and writing skills.
• Strong financial background required.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• None