IME Washington Operations Manager

Dane Street; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dane Street seeks an Operations Manager to oversee the Washington operations center. The role focuses on profitability, staffing efficiency, and performance management, with regular reporting to management. The position combines remote work with on-site clinic oversight across WA state.

Ideal candidates have healthcare/insurance experience, strong communication, and project management skills. Residency in Washington State is required, with travel to clinics as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Healthcare/insurance industry experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee profitability of Washington operations center.
• Drive revenue growth through excellent customer service.
• Manage staffing efficiency and staffing performance.
• Present regular reports to management on requested topics.
• Oversee on-site clinics and ensure staffing and scheduling meet clinic needs.
• Hire and evaluate staff; handle disciplinary actions per policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Computer literacy

Typing skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Oversee and ensure the overall profitability of the Washington operations center. This includes but is not limited to reaching and exceeding financial & referral goals, properly managing staffing efficiencies throughout the team, managing performance expectations & improvements for existing staff. Present management with regular reporting on any topic requested by the management team.

Dane Street’s success relies on individual and team contributions every day. We care for our customers, each other and Dane Street. It is the responsibility for all of us to maintain a positive working environment that promotes client satisfaction and results.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Driving Revenue Growth

• The Operations Manager drives revenue growth by delivering excellent Customer service.

• This includes meeting scheduling best practices and turnaround time requirements.

• Ensuring the timely delivery of high quality reports.

• Managing client inquiries in a timely manner.

Optimizing Physician cost

• Ensuring that client invoices adhere to the agreed upon fee schedule.

• Overseeing the proper selection of physicians.

• Specifically ensuring that the team selects the most appropriate physician based on the claimant’s location, the required specialty, and the most appropriately priced physician based on the client’s fee schedule.

• Building relationships with key physicians to ensure panel retention.

Manage Staff Performance and capacity

• Monitor key performance metrics of individual Customer Service Representatives (CSR) and Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists.
• Ensure the team meets or exceeds 85% of output goals for scheduling and Quality Assurance targets.
• Responsible for hiring new staff members based on increased referral volume and/or the addition of new clients.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Client Interaction

• The Operations Manager may be requested to join the Sales staff for client visits on an as needed basis.

On-Site Clinics

• Dane Street operates several clinics throughout Washington State for both L&I and self-insured customers.
• This position is responsible for oversight and management of all on-site clinics, ensuring appropriate staffing, schedules, and clinic requirements are being met.
• Making strategic decisions regarding expansion to new sites and/or changing locations to increase clinic availability.

Other duties & special projects, as assigned and based on business needs.

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:

An Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

JOB LOCATION:

Must reside in Washington State, preferably in the Seattle–Tacoma–Bellevue metro area.

This position will be primarily work-from-home, with the requirement to visit the on-site clinics on a routine basis and as needed to manage the operations.

JOB RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

• Business experience in a healthcare and/or insurance setting is preferred.
• Business experience in a Worker’s Compensation and/or Auto insurance setting is preferred.
• Experience and thorough understanding of the Washington L&I claims process.

JOB RELATED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

Present exceptional communication skills with a clear understanding of company business lines. The ability to apply critical thinking, manage time efficiently and meet specific deadlines. Computer literacy and typing skills are essential.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Any lifting, bending, traveling, etc. required to do the job duties listed above. Long periods of sitting and computer work.

WORK FROM HOME TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Supply and support their own internet services.

Maintaining an uninterrupted internet connection is a requirement of all work from home position.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

We offer generous Paid Time Off, excellent benefits package and a competitive salary.

ABOUT DANE STREET:

A fast-paced, Inc. 500 Company with a high-performance culture, is seeking insightful, astute forward-thinking professionals. We process over 200,000 insurance claims annually for leading national and regional Workers’ Compensation, Disability, Auto and Group Health Carriers, Third-Party Administrators, Managed Care Organizations, Employers and Pharmacy Benefit Managers. We provide customized Independent Medical Exam and Peer Review programs that assist our clients in reaching the appropriate medical determination as part of the claims management process.

Join our team at Dane Street and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and peace of mind. We offer a range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Additionally, we offer voluntary life insurance options for you, your spouse, and your children. We also offer other voluntary benefits which include hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident indemnity, and pet insurance plans. Employees receive basic life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage at no cost. Our generous paid time off policy ensures you have time to relax and recharge, while our 401k plan with a company match helps you plan for your future. Apple equipment and a media stipend are provided for remote workspace.

ABOUT DANE STREET:

A fast-paced, Inc. 500 Company with a high-performance culture, is seeking insightful forward-thinking professionals. We process over 200,000 insurance claims annually for leading national and regional Workers’ Compensation, Disability, Auto, and Group Health Carriers, Third-Party Administrators, Managed Care Organizations, Employers, and Pharmacy Benefit Managers. We provide customized Independent Medical Exams and Peer Review programs that assist our clients in reaching the appropriate medical determination as part of the claims management process.