Office Manager II - Transitional Clinic
University of Maryland Medical System
Full-time
On-site
Bel Air Maryland United States
Company Description
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD
Job Description
The Comprehensive CARE Center is a transitional clinic with multiple provider offices embedded. The Office Manager manages the Comprehensive CARE Center’s administrative functions, maintains departmental records and files, prepares documents and correspondence, organizes inventory of office supplies and forms, and designs forms and graphs. Assists in tracking Center statistics and prepares reports as directed by the Population Health Director. Looks for opportunities for program development and coordinates and implements new programs in the CARE Center. Contributes to the continued development, growth of various new population health initiatives, in order to help achieve the mission, vision, and values of the Comprehensive CARE Center.
Oversees daily operations of physician practices including scheduling, registration, charge capture, cashiering, and the provision of clinical support to providers.
Review, edit, approve all timecards bi-weekly; review overtime utilization and manage appropriately, manage team member and physician schedules.
Provides fill-in coverage of team member absence as needed.
Regularly reviewing work processes to ensure medical office activities support departmental, organizational, and financial goals. Identifies problems, makes recommendations for improvement, and implements new and updated procedures to improve efficiency and support reimbursement for services provided.
Ensures all patient care related processes (patient registration/scheduling, medical records, clinical patient care, patient flow through office, etc.) deliver high quality and efficient care to patients and their families. Resolve operational issues which impact efficiency, flow, and customer service.
Interviews and hires candidates for employment, manages disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and coaching of team members.
Performs performance evaluations of practice team members.
Addresses performance issues immediately and directly.
Keeps team informed, discusses and interprets policies and procedures, identifies operational issues, addresses and communicates issues identified by team members and customers.
Assists with the monitoring of operational and capital budgets, accounts payable submission, and accounts receivable trending.
Ensures all areas of accountability are compliant with all federal, state and local regulatory standards and requirements, including DOH, TJC, FDA, HIPAA, and others for practice(s) under their leadership.
Oversees general upkeep of the offices and purchasing of equipment and supplies. Develops and maintains cooperative and productive vendor relationship.
Serves as a liaison between the billing office and the providers. Provides feedback related to registration processes negatively impacting reimbursement and or creating denials. Develops processes and training materials to correct deficiencies.
Identifies training needs of team members and develops and provides for delivery of education and training programs. Evaluates programs to determine whether training goals and objectives have been met. Encourages continuous growth and helps staff to realize full potential by identifying stretch objectives and creating learning plans. Assists staff in addressing challenges and skill deficits.
Assists with onboarding of new team members and providers. Ensures new hires are provided adequate orientation and training to display competence
Monitors and addresses customer service skills and behaviors of team members.
Other duties as assigned.
Medication Handling:
Specified positions are authorized to handle medications for purposes of providing patient care or to ensure proper delivery and stocking of medications to patient care storage areas.
Unless otherwise stated in the list of job tasks or by licensure, no other team members may handle medications inclusive of but not limited to IV solutions and syringe
Skills & Abilities:
Duties require independent judgment and decision making
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision
Demonstrated customer service experience and ability to effectively interact with all levels of personnel within the organization.as well as the general public
Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to direct and supervise others effectively. Strong organizational and analytical skills
Demonstrated Skills:
Computer literacy to include word processing, database and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office Professional software
Customer service
Attention to detail with follow-through
Strong demonstrated organizational skills and problem-solving ability
Ability to direct and supervise others effectively
Strong belief in teamwork and the ability to work as a team member
Qualifications
Education & Training:
High school diploma or equivalency required.
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Healthcare Administration preferred.
Work Orientation & Experience:
Minimum three (3) years pf relevant experience including at least one (1) year management experience in a healthcare setting
Experience with EMR systems, EPIC preferred
General knowledge of medical terminology
Prior experience with insurance verification and scheduling required
Knowledge of medical coding and billing functions required
Office management experience preferred
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Full-Time; Days M-F (8am-4:30pm)
Pay Range: $24.89 - $34.84/hr.
Other Compensation (if applicable):
Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at [email protected].
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD
Job Description
The Comprehensive CARE Center is a transitional clinic with multiple provider offices embedded. The Office Manager manages the Comprehensive CARE Center’s administrative functions, maintains departmental records and files, prepares documents and correspondence, organizes inventory of office supplies and forms, and designs forms and graphs. Assists in tracking Center statistics and prepares reports as directed by the Population Health Director. Looks for opportunities for program development and coordinates and implements new programs in the CARE Center. Contributes to the continued development, growth of various new population health initiatives, in order to help achieve the mission, vision, and values of the Comprehensive CARE Center.
Oversees daily operations of physician practices including scheduling, registration, charge capture, cashiering, and the provision of clinical support to providers.
Review, edit, approve all timecards bi-weekly; review overtime utilization and manage appropriately, manage team member and physician schedules.
Provides fill-in coverage of team member absence as needed.
Regularly reviewing work processes to ensure medical office activities support departmental, organizational, and financial goals. Identifies problems, makes recommendations for improvement, and implements new and updated procedures to improve efficiency and support reimbursement for services provided.
Ensures all patient care related processes (patient registration/scheduling, medical records, clinical patient care, patient flow through office, etc.) deliver high quality and efficient care to patients and their families. Resolve operational issues which impact efficiency, flow, and customer service.
Interviews and hires candidates for employment, manages disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and coaching of team members.
Performs performance evaluations of practice team members.
Addresses performance issues immediately and directly.
Keeps team informed, discusses and interprets policies and procedures, identifies operational issues, addresses and communicates issues identified by team members and customers.
Assists with the monitoring of operational and capital budgets, accounts payable submission, and accounts receivable trending.
Ensures all areas of accountability are compliant with all federal, state and local regulatory standards and requirements, including DOH, TJC, FDA, HIPAA, and others for practice(s) under their leadership.
Oversees general upkeep of the offices and purchasing of equipment and supplies. Develops and maintains cooperative and productive vendor relationship.
Serves as a liaison between the billing office and the providers. Provides feedback related to registration processes negatively impacting reimbursement and or creating denials. Develops processes and training materials to correct deficiencies.
Identifies training needs of team members and develops and provides for delivery of education and training programs. Evaluates programs to determine whether training goals and objectives have been met. Encourages continuous growth and helps staff to realize full potential by identifying stretch objectives and creating learning plans. Assists staff in addressing challenges and skill deficits.
Assists with onboarding of new team members and providers. Ensures new hires are provided adequate orientation and training to display competence
Monitors and addresses customer service skills and behaviors of team members.
Other duties as assigned.
Medication Handling:
Specified positions are authorized to handle medications for purposes of providing patient care or to ensure proper delivery and stocking of medications to patient care storage areas.
Unless otherwise stated in the list of job tasks or by licensure, no other team members may handle medications inclusive of but not limited to IV solutions and syringe
Skills & Abilities:
Duties require independent judgment and decision making
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision
Demonstrated customer service experience and ability to effectively interact with all levels of personnel within the organization.as well as the general public
Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to direct and supervise others effectively. Strong organizational and analytical skills
Demonstrated Skills:
Computer literacy to include word processing, database and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office Professional software
Customer service
Attention to detail with follow-through
Strong demonstrated organizational skills and problem-solving ability
Ability to direct and supervise others effectively
Strong belief in teamwork and the ability to work as a team member
Qualifications
Education & Training:
High school diploma or equivalency required.
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Healthcare Administration preferred.
Work Orientation & Experience:
Minimum three (3) years pf relevant experience including at least one (1) year management experience in a healthcare setting
Experience with EMR systems, EPIC preferred
General knowledge of medical terminology
Prior experience with insurance verification and scheduling required
Knowledge of medical coding and billing functions required
Office management experience preferred
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Full-Time; Days M-F (8am-4:30pm)
Pay Range: $24.89 - $34.84/hr.
Other Compensation (if applicable):
Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at [email protected].