Admin Director Business Operations & External Affairs

Harris Health System, Inc.; Bellaire (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Travel

Telecommute option

Job summary

Harris Health System, Inc. seeks an Administrative Director of Business Operations and External Affairs to oversee pavilion operations and drive external relations across our network. You will manage financial performance, improve operational effectiveness, and lead communications with community partners.

This role prioritizes analytic leadership in resource coordination, project management, and partnership development to transform integration across Harris Health's clinics and hospitals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, health sciences, or related field is required.
• Seven (7) years of business operations and/or community relations experience required, healthcare or non-profit focus preferred.
• Four (4) years senior management experience required, healthcare focus preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pavilion business operations and external relations.
• Lead communications with community partners and stakeholders.
• Coordinate organizational resources, project management, and partnerships to drive strategic transformation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Public speaking

Written communication

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/health sciences/related

Master's degree in MBA/MHA/related

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

The Administrative Director of Business Operations and External Affairs provides oversight of pavilion business operations and external relations. This position is responsible for continuous improvement of the operations of each business unit, focused on financial performance, operational effectiveness, and external relations. This position serves as Pavilion lead on communications and external relations with community partners and also supports coordination of organizational resources, project management, and partnership development to drive strategic transformation and integration. Emphasis will be placed on management of financial and operational analytics to maximize Pavilion operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: Bachelor's degree in business, health sciences, or related field required. Master's degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field preferred.
• Work Experience (Years and Area): Seven (7) years of business operations and/or community relations experience required, healthcare or non-profit focus preferred.
• Management Experience (Years and Area): Four (4) years senior management required, healthcare focus preferred.
• Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment.

1. Communication Skills:

• Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
• Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking)
• Writing /Composing (Correspondence / Reports )

2. Other Skills:

• Analytical Medical Terms P.C. MS Word MS Excel

3. Advanced Education:

• Bachelor's DegreeMajor: Business, Health Sciences, or related required.
• Master's Degree Major: MBA, MHA, or related preferred.

4. Work Schedule:

Flexible Travel May be eligible For telecommute