Practice Administrator-Hospitalists

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Indianapolis is seeking a Practice Administrator-Hospitalists to lead the operations of our hospitalist clinics. This leadership role focuses on staffing, daily operations, financial performance, and patient service improvements to advance our mission and deliver high-quality care.

The successful candidate will have a health administration degree, extensive health-system experience, and a proven ability to manage ambulatory settings, collaborate with a diverse team,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Administration or related field.
• Master of Health Administration or MBA preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience as a health professional.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible management experience in ambulatory settings.
• Knowledge of healthcare delivery, finance, and legislation.
• Familiarity with benchmarking and Best Practice research.
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct operational activities of medical practices.
• Oversee adherence to policies and effective communication with staff.
• Lead staffing, practice growth, and customer service improvements.
• Ensure strong financial performance and process improvement.
• Report to Service Line Administrator – Hospitalists.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Team development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Administration

Master of Health Administration or MBA preferred

Tools

Computer systems and applications

Job description

Practice Administrator-Hospitalists

Overview

Practice Administrator-Hospitalists

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do.

Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our IU Health leadership team in the role of Practice Administrator-Hospitalists.

Practice Administrator-Hospitalists plans and directs the operational activities of the medical practices operated by the organization. This leader oversees adherence to the organization policies and proper communication to and involvement of subordinate personnel regarding Practice Operations. The Practice Administrator plans, organizes and directs daily operations to include staffing, practice growth and improvement, financial performance and customer service. This leader is accountable for operational and financial performance results of medical practices.

Key Relationships

Reports to: Service Line Administrator – Hospitalists

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Health Administration, Business Administration or other closely related field.
• Master of Health Administration or Master of Business Administration degree preferred.
• Requires 7-10 years of experience as a Health Professional.
• A minimum of five years of progressively more responsible related work experience in an ambulatory setting with three to five years of concurrent management experience in order to gain knowledge of administration and operation of physician practices.
• Thorough knowledge of health care delivery and management, basic accounting and finance, and health care legislation.
• Requires knowledge of benchmarking and Best Practice research.
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications is required.
• Ability to occasionally lift/move/carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds may be required.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world‑class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.