Senior Area Administrator - Largo
Primary Location Largo, Maryland
Worker Location Flexible
Facility Largo Medical Center
Job Number 1293508 Date posted 07/19/2024
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Description:
Job Summary:
Directly and through subordinates, plans, organizes, directs, and controls the operation of assigned areas (e.g., general administrative, patient care, professional services and/or a combination of these and other services). Contributes toward the overall development of programs and services to provide for the needs of members, physicians, and staff. Assists VP, Ambulatory Care & Clinical Services in providing strategic leadership to management to ensure equitable distribution of resources and delivery of high-quality, cost-effective health care and efficient arrangement of staff in accordance with goals, objectives, policies, and applicable regulatory agency rules and regulations. This position oversees the operating results, strategic direction, and growth of assigned areas of responsibility.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Directly and through subordinates, assists VP, Ambulatory Care & Clinical Services in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the operation of assigned areas (e.g., general administration, patient care, professional services and/or a combination of these and other services).
- Contributes toward the overall development of programs and services to provide for the needs of members, physicians, and staff.
- Assists VP, Ambulatory Care & Clinical Services in providing strategic leadership to management to ensure equitable distribution of resources and delivery of high quality, cost-effective health care and efficient management of staff in accordance with goals, objectives, policies, and applicable regulatory agency rules and regulations.
- Responsible for daily operations by facilitating the development, implementation and monitoring of services, quality, and utilization standards.
- Continually evaluating and improving the delivery of service by initiating and promoting best practice models. Engages physicians and staff in problem solving.
- Plans, directs, staffs, organizes, and evaluates service and/or care delivered by staff. Develops, monitors, and controls payroll, non-payroll, and capital budgets and expenditures for assigned services areas.
- Responsible for all aspects of total performance of staff including talent acquisition, employee training and development, performance assessments for assigned staff, disciplinary actions up to and including terminations.
- Contributes to effective and accurate communications, operations, and planning through evidence-based findings and by participating in special committees and/or projects.
- Directly and with subordinate managers, establishes and maintains operational and performance standards.
- Monitors and evaluates the overall system of service delivery in terms of ability to meet established targets.
- Assures compliance with administrative, legal, and regulatory requirements of the Health Plan Contract and government/accrediting agencies.
- Works with management and physician partners to identify and establish programs and practices which are cost effective and provide quality service to members, staff, and physicians.
- Participates in community relations activities to enhance the image and reputation of the organization in local customer service areas.
- Represents the organization in activities involving leaders in business, government, labor, the community at large, Health Plan Members and health care providers in the area.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum seven (7) years relevant experience in healthcare operations leadership in either an acute care or complex ambulatory setting.
- Minimum five (5) years of supervisory/leadership experience.
Education
- Bachelors degree in nursing, business administration, health care administration or related field required.
License, Certification, Registration
- N/A
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to build relationships through responsive, respectful communications and positive collaborations across many departments and organizational segments.
- Ability to be a change agent and assist in behavioral transformation of staff (strategy, motivation, vision/mission development, consistency).
- Proven skills in leading innovation and organizational transformation, including experience in leading Magnet Nursing Programs and cultures.
- Possesses the skills to consistently elevate the over-arching vision, brand, and identity for Kaiser Permanente Nursing in partnership with the Senior VP of NPCS within the organization and in national and international nursing communities.
- Experience in advancing professional practice through implementation of evidence-based, research informed, and value-added operational and clinical practices.
- Ability and willingness to travel as required to participate in national meetings.
- Significant knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations related to health care.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Behavioral Competencies:
- Demonstrates proficiency in the following key competencies: Service Orientation; Communication; Influence; Change Leadership; Results Orientation; Team/Leadership Development; Cultural Competence and Collaboration.
- Skills-based Competencies:
- Proven track record of successful leadership in health care operations, staff development / skill building, physician group model practice, and/or management consulting, including budget development.
- Visionary, progressive person who has a solid understanding of KP operations, industry trends, and the history and potential of Kaiser Permanente.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams through influence and collaboration.
- Effective team building, conflict resolution, persuasive communication and presentation skills required.
- Strong communication, presentation, leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills required.
- Strong analytical skills and experience analyzing medical expenses, staffing models and utilization and the ability to analyze complex functions, procedures, and problems to find creative, logical and effective solutions.
- Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects and workstreams and utilize time management and organization skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in nursing, business, health care administration or related field preferred.
Primary Location: Maryland,Largo,Largo Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM
Working Hours End: 05:00 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Flexible
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: NUE-MAS-01|NUE|Non Union Employee
Job Level: Director/Senior Director
Department: Regional Office - Med Ofc Admin-New Buspractices - 1808
Pay Range: $196000 - $253550 / year
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Flexible: Work location is on-site at a KP location, with the flexibility to work from home.
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
