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Practice Manager
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, NH
Posted January 29, 2010

We are seeking qualified applicants for several of our sub-specialty academic practices. Practice Managers at DHMC work collaboratively with the Section Chief and the Administrative Director on daily practice operations, as well as the development of strategic planning initiatives within the practice and institution. Experience the satisfaction of performing your work in an academic medical center with state-of-the-art facilities. Requirements include previous experience in a physician group practice along with significant management experience in operations, fiscal (including patient revenue) management, and working side-by-side with physicians and associate providers. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree is preferred. Must also be able to deal effectively with all levels of staff and with the general public. Employees at DHMC receive the support both on and off the job to do their best possible work. We hire and retain the best health care professionals in the country by offering competitive salaries and extraordinary benefits, including:

• Relocation Assistance
• Outstanding Employee Pension Plan
• Tax-Deferred 403(b) Annuity
• Health, Life, Dental, and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • Tuition Reimbursement

DHMC is located in a state-of-the-art facility on an expansive 225-acre campus in Lebanon, NH. The Medical Center includes a modern 400-bed tertiary care hospital, the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth, research and clinical facilities for Dartmouth Medical School, the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, and The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic, a region wide multispecialty community practice group.

Apply online: www.dhmc.org

EOE

Department Administrator, Human & Molecular Genetics
Isaacson Miller
Richmond, VA
Posted January 28, 2010

Department Administrator, Human & Molecular Genetics Chief Administrative Office, VCU Institute from Molecular Medicine Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth School of Medicine seeks an accomplished administrative leader to serve jointly as the Department Administrator for the Department of Human & Molecular Genetics and the Chief Administrative Officer of the Virginia Institute of Molecular Medicine.
The Department of Human and Molecular Genetics has a tripartite mission in: research; graduate education programs, and clinical diagnoses of genetic disorders. The Virginia Institute for Molecular Medicine focuses on the application of basic science research in genetics.
Reporting primarily to the Chair of the HMG Department, this individual will hold an administrative/professional faculty position and will lead all financial and administrative operations of the Department and the VIMM. They will also have a secondary reporting relationship with the Associate Dean of Finance and Administration and the Executive Director of MCV Physicians, the physician practice plan.

With a minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in managing business operations in an academic medicine and/or research-intensive environment, s/he must demonstrate an in-depth understanding of business management of an academic, clinical, or research unit with strengths in budget development, contracts management, financial reporting, and strategic planning. A proven track record in matrix management and strong financial management, research administration and clinical program development and management is critical to this role.

Please direct all applications, nominations and inquires to:

Nureen Das, Associate,

Email: 3973@imsearch.com

Electronic submissions of credentials is strongly encouraged

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Manager, Oncology Practice
Bassett Healthcare
Cooperstown, NY
Posted January 25, 2009

Bassett Cancer Institute offers advanced cancer treatment options in rural Central New York, including Cooperstown, Herkimer, Norwich and Oneonta. The Bassett Healthcare Network has been acknowledged with the top twenty-five most connected healthcare facility award, the VHA operational efficiency award and Magnet designation.
 
Our cancer programs truly set us apart, with clinical areas of excellence based on documented outcomes, stellar care processes, exceptional clinical expertise and focused protocols. Our team includes specialized professionals dedicated to providing the most accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. We are also involved in patient education, cancer prevention and early detection.
 
You will direct daily operations; develop, plan, implement programs; ensure compliance; and develop systems to maximize patient access and provider efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing performance improvement, staff selection, scheduling and staff development
  Planning, implementing systems and programs for cancer care
• Supervising revenue cycle operations, including scheduling and registration, charge submission, billing and reimbursement verification, pharmacy inventory
• Providing budget expertise, analysis and reporting
• Supporting the Cancer Services Varian EMR, including contract negotiations, budget monitoring and invoicing
• Assisting in the development of proformas for new programs
• Ensuring clinic patient flow, provider and staff workflow, scheduling, and coordination with ancillary departments configured to optimize efficiency

Bachelor's degree required; master's in business or administration preferred. Must have 3 years healthcare management experience, preferably in oncology management, proven leadership, management and interpersonal skills. ACMPE and MGMA certification desirable.
 
To learn more and apply, visit our website at www.bassett.org. EOE

Vice President, Pulmonary Service Line
WellStar Health System
Atlanta, GA
Posted January 25, 2010

WellStar Health System based in Atlanta, Georgia has retained Witt/Kieffer to assist in the recruitment efforts for a Vice President, Pulmonary Service Line.

The Vice President will assist in the launching of this service line in concert with the Chief Pulmonary Officer, with the ultimate goal of becoming the premier provider of Pulmonary services within the Southeast. The Vice President will develop and formalize an integrated service line approach to Pulmonary Care throughout the WellStar Health System. He/she will identify opportunities to grow the service line by expanding beyond a practice model into one that is inclusive of all practicing physicians throughout the system. The ideal candidate will have both an entrepreneurial spirit and track record of developing and growing service lines combined with a detail orientation and strong operations skill set. This position works collaboratively with the hospital administrators and operational leaders at all sites as well as the practice manager of WellStar Pulmonary Medicine to ensure that the service line meets all of its goals. The position reports directly to the Administrator
of Kennestone Hospital.

Contact Information of the job being posted: Resumes and referrals should be sent to Andrew Chastain or Werner Boel, the executive search consultants supporting WellStar Health System in this search, at WellStarVPPulm@wittkieffer.com. Materials that can not be submitted electronically should be forwarded to WellStar Health System – VP Witt/Kieffer 3414 Peachtree Road, Suite 352, Atlanta, GA 30326.

Emergency Department Administrator
Children's Hospital
Boston, MA
Posted January 22, 2010

Children's Hospital Boston's Department of Emergency Services is currently seeking a Department Administrator. This individual would manage the department's daily administrative operations; quality assurance and improvement initiatives, compliance regulations, budgets, compilation of data for reporting, as well as staff hiring, evaluation, development and performance management. The administrative staff includes approximately 50 members.

Bachelor's in Healthcare Administration, Business or related field required, Master's preferred.

Minimum of 5 years experience in healthcare/hospital setting, with a minimum of 3 years leadership experience sought.

Emergency Department experience a plus.

For a more comprehensive job description and to apply, please visit www.childrenshospital.jobs and reference: 20873BR

Manager, Effort Reporting - Corporate Contracting
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical
Lebanon, NH
Posted January 20, 2010

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, located on the Vermont/New Hampshire border is New Hampshire’s only academic, Level I trauma center. Home to the prestigious Dartmouth College, the Lebanon/Hanover area is a vibrant, academic and professional community offering excellent schools, lively arts, and an unmatched quality of life in a beautiful, rural setting.

Manager, Effort Reporting - Corporate Contracting

Under the oversight of the Director of Corporate Contracting, this position will assist with the establishment and maintenance of the physician Time and Effort reporting environment. The Manager will work directly with departments and administrators throughout the organization, learning the inner workings and financial implications of physician time and effort maintenance and compliance. This position will work on the Time and Effort project, assisting in system development, the execution of an interim solution and operationalizing applications that are developed as a result of the project as well as be the primary contact for internal systems and processes that capture physician Time and Effort. The Manager must also develop and maintain an understanding of physician effort regulations and compliance.  The Manager also will work internally with other departments and sections to further develop policies and procedures for Time and Effort reporting and purchased services with Dartmouth Medical School.

A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three years of financial business management experience required; MBA preferred. The ideal candidate must have a fundamental knowledge of accounting, be very detail-oriented and possess leadership experience. Strong computer skills, including experience with Excel are required. Preference will be given to any candidate who shows evidence of a track record of success over baseline requirements.

Please apply online at: www.dhmc.org

We are an EOE employer.

Manager-Financial Analysis
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, NH
Posted January 18, 2010

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, located on the Vermont/New Hampshire border is New Hampshire’s only academic, Level I trauma center. Home to the prestigious Dartmouth College, the Lebanon/Hanover area is a vibrant, academic and professional community offering excellent schools, lively arts, and an unmatched quality of life in a beautiful, rural setting.

Manager-Financial Analysis

The Manager will direct a variety of Finance projects with a primary focus on developing business plans for new programs and evaluating the results of established programs. This position will provide support for routine financial projects including preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets as well as the five-year plan. The Manager will contribute to the development of the department’s Financial Analysts by providing guidance, training and supervision on assignments coordinated by the Sr. Financial Analyst.  The Manager will also promote a collaborative relationship with clinical and operations staff at all levels of the organization, through interactions as a Finance department liaison and business advisor. Additionally Manager will also coordinate and take primary responsibility for the business analysis of new programs, develop accurate financial projections that reflect the operating results of both the professional and technical components of the program and determine the program’s impact on capital budgets and the five-year plan. Other duties include assisting in the preparation of the annual operating budgets and the five-year plan and complete and present the financial portion of various assigned Certificate of Need filings. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Management, or related field with a minimum of 3 years of healthcare and/or project management experience. A CPA/MBA is preferred.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at: www.dhmc.org

We are an EOE employer.

Director of Clinical Services & Operations Managers
Stanford Hospital & Clinics
Stanford, CA
Posted January 17, 2010

We stand for EMPOWERMENT

We hold our employees to the highest standards. Their own. We all strive to become the best at what we do. But it helps to have like-minded people surrounding you. At Stanford Hospital & Clinics, forward thinking and a passion for advancement are things we all have in common. It’s the standard we hold for our hospital, and one we each take great pride in. We currently have openings at our new, state-of-the-art Cancer Center. This unique operation brings together outpatient clinical and medical services in one facility and prides itself on utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach to tackling the most complex and difficult cancer cases.

CANCER CENTER MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

•Director of Clinical Services
•Operations Managers

We invite you to join our team in the Cancer Center as we restructure into clinical specialties to optimize the organization\'s resources while also improving patient care. Whether you direct all clinical services or oversee the operations of a single specialty, your management and strategic planning skills will help you direct and oversee patient care delivery, personnel, administrative, business, technical and nursing operations. This includes day-to-day operations, marketing, customer/patient satisfaction, finance/budget as well as planning and development. These leadership positions require a Bachelor\'s degree and at least 5 years of related experience. A CA RN license is required for the Director opportunity.

Contact Information of the job being posted: Candidates interested in learning more about joining our team may contact Marc Paraz at: mparaz@stanfordmed.org. For more information about our organization or full job descriptions, please visit: www.WeStandForCare.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cardiac Services Line Leader
Mercy Health Partners
Knoxville, TN
Posted January 15, 2009

Mercy Health partners in Knoxville, TN seeks a Cardiac Service Line Leader to oversee all Cardiac Services at seven hospitals. Mercy Health Partners was formed through the merger of Baptist Health System and St. Mary's Health System in 2008. With the unprecedented demands from the public, government, managed-care companies, the business community and a host of others, Mercy Health provides and exceptional opportunity to respond to these and other challenges effectively within the communities and surrounding areas served by their facilities. The organization represents seven acute care hospitals, more than 1,000 physicians, and a number of outpatient centers in 10 counties.

The Cardiac Service Line Leader is a senior management position that performs day to day administration for the department. S/he is responsible for program development and implementation; facilitation of teams; human resource management; physician relations; collaborative processes; customer service; and leadership of the clinical management team. The Leader actively participates in technology evaluation, marketing efforts and short and long-term strategic planning.

Ideal Candidates will have a MBA or MHA with four to ten years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. This person must possess in-depth knowledge of cardiology services and have proven success of growing a cardiac service line in a highly competitive environment. Being financially and politically astute is essential. Strong expertise in day-to-day operations and strategic planning is necessary. The ability to build strong physician relations and be a solid leader and collaborator is needed. Effective communication across all levels of an organization and with community is key.

Please contact Julie Courtois, Consultant, Grant Cooper & Associates at 314-726-5291 or via email at courtois@grantcooper.com

Vice President of Operations
Kernan Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation
Baltimore, MD
Posted January 14, 2009

Maryland's largest rehabilitation facility, Kernan Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, offers the cutting-edge resources and close-knit, supportive environment that help our patients get their life back in play as soon as possible, and give our professionals tremendous opportunities for career growth and satisfaction. Join the team that puts healing in motion.
Vice President of Operations
The Vice President of Operations reports to the CEO of Kernan and is a member of the senior leadership team.  Areas of responsibility include developing and leading the strategic and operational business plans for the service lines of Surgical Services and Ambulatory and Ancillary Services. Other key areas of responsibility include: the operations functions for Pharmacy, Facilities Management, Security, Environmental Services, and Food Services.  This role includes the integration of marketing, financial, operations, quality management and human resource plans into new and existing service lines and will work with faculty and community physicians groups to encourage input into program development.
Requirements Include:

• B.S. in Business Management or a Health discipline; Master’s degree in business (MBA), healthcare (MHA) or a related health discipline is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of (7) years’ progressive management and or leadership experience in healthcare management with demonstrated effective leadership.
• Budget management experience for multiple large departments. 
• Strong business planning and development skills as well as program development skills.
• Current working knowledge of clinical, operational, and financial issues confronting hospitals.

To learn more and to apply, please
fax your resume to 410-448-6854 or visit
www.kernan.jobs

Equal Opportunity Employer.

President, Neuroscience Clinical Service Line
Allina Hospitals & Clinics
Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
Posted January 4, 2010

Our client, Allina Hospitals & Clinics is offering the opportunity to dramatically change the way that patient care is being delivered in the Neurosciences arena. On their behalf, Furst Group is identifying and evaluating candidates for the newly created position of President, Neuroscience Clinical Service Line in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.

President, Neuroscience Clinical Service Line – This newly created, strategic leadership role will require a dynamic, charismatic clinical leader to build the Neurosciences Service Line model and drive consistency of quality clinical care across the Allina system. With strong support from the senior leadership at Allina, this individual will have the opportunity to make a dramatic impact on taking Neurosciences at Allina to the next level by developing a more focused platform to enhance the quality and access to patients. With significant resources in place, state-of the-art technology and outstanding physician talent, this new leader must bring the ability to build credibility and trust across the multiple provider groups that interface with Neurosciences at Allina. Critical to the success of this individual will be their ability to bring the political savvy to seek input from the broader group while having the diplomacy and forcefulness to make decisions and drive innovative change. This clinically-grounded, action-oriented leader must understand and practice clinical medicine, articulate the vision of the clinical service line, and motivate and lead others in this shared improvement efforts.

The ideal candidate will be board certified and bring a minimum of five years of clinical practice experience in Neuroscience within a large community based health system. In addition they will have demonstrated success in monitoring and improvement of clinical quality, and clinical protocols.

Allina Hospitals and Clinics – With a 32 percent market share, Allina Hospitals & Clinics is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, clinics and other health care services dedicated to meeting the lifelong health care needs of communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

A detailed position profile is available upon request. Please direct all inquiries to:

Beth Martin
Furst Group
(800) 642-9940
bmartin@furstgroup.com

Administrative Director
Heart & Vascular Center
Illinois
Posted January 1, 2010

Leads and directs all aspects of the Heart & Vascular Center/Services across inter intra departmental lines. Provides oversight of day-to-day primary department operations including interventional and non-invasive cath labs and cardiology programs. Initiates strategic planning and development, marketing and outreach programs.

Two different Director positions open at non-profit, progressive, state of the art client hospitals located in dynamic Illinois communities offering a great quality of life and low cost of living.

1)Administrative Director, Heart & Vascular Center - 300 bed hospital in Illinois.

2)Director of Cardiovascular Services - 500 bed hospital in Illinois.

Both positions require a four year degree. Masters degree preferred. 5 years experience clinical role. 5-10 years management & leadership experience cardiovascular services.

Excellent Salary Range.
Annual Management Bonus.
Moving Expenses Covered.

Contact Information of the job being posted: Call Susan Ploeger, Healthcare Executive Recruiter, with Ploeger Recruiting Services today at 1-800-590-1591 or email at PRSmedical@aol.com to find out more about these outstanding positions, hospitals and communities.