The Center Administrator assists in managing operations for an urgent care clinic by managing staffing, training, supplies, workflow, billing processes and customer service as well as maintaining a safe, positive work environment.
Essential Job Functions
Works primary shifts as clinical staff and/or front desk receptionist 50% of the time.
Monitors clinic activity and patient flow to ensure efficient and effective patient care.
Participates in promotion of positive culture and teamwork.
Demonstrates excellence in care in all interactions, for both patients and internal teams.
Identifies opportunities for improvement, troubleshoots issues and/or communicate/escalate timely to Provider, direct supervisor, or other appropriate internal resources.
Maintains a safe and supportive environment by keeping the work area, exam rooms, and equipment in clean, orderly, and safe manner.
Maintains clinical and administrative skills to meet patient care and daily operational needs.
Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements within the role.
Open to travel to other urgent care facilities if necessary or adjusting work hours to meet patient care needs as directed by the manager.
Performs cross-functional duties as needed, including front desk duties such as registration, scheduling, answering phones, cash handling and other duties such as scribing, ordering of supplies, etc.
Participates in interviews for front desk receptionist, medical assistant, x-ray technician and other support staff positions.
Creates and maintain staff work schedules and ensure optimal staffing across functional areas within clinic.
Assists in evaluation of behaviors and disciplinary action of staff.
Ensures employees are adequately trained to perform assigned duties safely and correctly.
Ensures excellence in customer experience by addressing customer feedback, monitoring patient satisfaction metrics, and implementing solutions for improvements.
Ensures staff compliance with company policies and procedures and state and federal rules and regulations.
Maintains proper inventory process and ordering to ensure adequate stock of supplies.
Participates in meetings for regular touch base and for special project as needed.
Assists in problem solving and implementation of operational strategies under the direction of clinic and market leadership.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support (required within 90 days of hire)
Maintain current licensure/certification if applicable (MA, ED Tech, ED Tech Advanced, LPN) (preferred)
Education
High School Diploma or GED (required)
Work Experience
2 years experience in healthcare setting (required)
1 year experience in supervisory/leadership role (required)
Training
Electronic Health Record – EPIC, Docutap or Experity (preferred)
Skills
Strong oral, verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Critical thinking, problem solving skills and ability to work independently
Strong conflict resolution skills and communication with customers
Evaluate employee performance and behaviors and escalate as necessary
Basic computing skills
Knowledge of billing operations including ICD-10 and CPT coding, medical terminology.
Requires judgment in selection of alternative courses of action.
Adapts standard principles to new or changed conditions.
Requires listening skills to maintain cooperative associations.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com