Clinic Manager jobs in Boulder, CO

Description

This unique career opportunity offers an outstanding individual the chance to advance their career on the leading edge of world class orthopedics. In addition to a demanding clinical & OR schedule, the Physician Assistant will take a key leadership role with complex administrative duties as both Practice Manager & Chief of Staff.

If you have a passion for orthopedics and compassionate, individualized care, we invite you to consider joining The Steadman Clinic and becoming an integral part of our organization, that is recognized as being amongst the best in the world. The ideal candidate will be able to execute the three-fold nature of the role at a level that exceeds expectations. The role is complex and varied, and includes the three aspects of Physician Assistant, Practice Manager, and Chief of Staff. 

Physician Assistant: The Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant is responsible for assisting the supervising

physician in the medical and surgical management of patients assigned to their practice. The Physician Assistant

will work one-on-one with an orthopaedic surgeon as well as various fellows and researchers. Time will be

divided between the clinic, operating room and administrative tasks centered on patient care. Time devoted to

each setting may vary by week.

Practice Manager: The Practice Manager is responsible for performing administrative duties for individual

physician practice, directing patient flow for the clinic, providing administrative oversight to clinical providers and

ensuring patients have an optimal customer service experience while receiving world-class orthopedic medical

care.

Chief of Staff: Provides Executive level business support to The Steadman Clinic Managing Partner in addition to

performing the combined roles of Physician Assistant and Practice Manager.

Our clinics are located in some of the worlds most iconic mountain towns of Vail, Aspen, the Roaring Fork Valley, and Summit County, CO. Although our mountain lifestyle is not for everyone, our work-life harmony allows us to pursue our passions on the slopes, trails, forests and rivers year round. The Steadman Clinic (TSC) offers a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k) as well as a discretionary wellness bonus.

Location: Vail, CO; though all teams are expected to travel to other clinic locations (Edwards, Frisco, Basalt, Aspen) as needed by the practice.

Practice: Hip Arthroscopy

Classification: Our PA roles are full-time, year round, exempt positions with benefits; call responsibility varies.

Compensation:   Salary is commensurate with experience. The most qualified candidates will be compensated within the range $250,000 - $300,000 (including discretionary bonus)

Start Date: Summer - 2024 - Applications for this position will be accepted until 30 days from the posting date. If the position is not filled during this time, the application window will be extended. Candidates who are selected to move through the interviewing process will be contacted directly.

Key Responsibilities (these are general, not all-inclusive, and certain teams may carry slightly different responsibilities)

Physician Assistant:

• Collaborates with attending physician to diagnose and treat orthopaedic sports medicine injuries and related illnesses in both clinical and surgical settings; performs procedures within the PA scope of practice as directed by the supervising physician in the clinic, OR and ER including first and second assisting responsibilities.
• Assists in preoperative evaluation and education.
• Performs initial interview and assessment of patient.
• Performs history and physical examination.
• Reviews diagnostic data.
• May obtain preoperative surgical consents and informed consent for research studies.
• Prepares preoperative data sheets.
• Presents preoperative patients at team meetings.
• Coordinates schedule with operations manager and surgery scheduler; assists with travel arrangements for international and out-of-town patients.
• Track and obtain radiographic studies and lab work required for preoperative patients.
• Manages prescription medication for practice.
• Performs therapeutic and diagnostic injections of shoulder, elbow, hip and knee joints.
• Assist in data collection and therapeutic treatments for multiple research studies.
• Perform preoperative consultation/education and complete surgical procedure forms and coding; writes post operative/post procedure notes and orders for supervising physician.
• Communicate with outside/consulting physicians, occupational/physical therapists regarding ongoing care.
• Works with attending physician and staff to plan daily schedule to maximize efficiency of physician and assistant resources.
• Makes routine visits to assigned facilities and Steadman Clinic locations on schedule agreed upon with
• attending physician.
• Administrative tasks may include triaging and returning patient phone calls, preparing FMLA and disability forms and other correspondence under the direction of the supervising physician, and assisting with other tasks related to patient care.
• Contributes to development of evidence based clinical protocols and patient assessment forms.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients, families, key decision-makers, facility and department staff and collaborating physicians.

Practice Manager:

• Provides executive support to assigned physician practice: performs complex administrative duties including responding for physician when he/she is unavailable, composing correspondence, and coordinating resources across the practice.
• Develop strategies for continued growth and development of physician practice.
• Assists physician with human resources functions to include working with Operations VP and Human Resources on staffing requests and recruitment, supervising patient care team under the direction of the physician, coordinating annual performance evaluation process, processing human resources-related requests, credentialing of medical staff, maintaining CME records.
• Oversees patient relations providing individuals with outstanding customer service and support; receives, investigates and resolves patient complaints and issues within the physician practice.
• Coordinates clinic schedule, patient flow, and serves as liaison to VHH and VVSC.
• Handles various administrative details with initiative and good judgment.
• Provides general administrative support including typing, answering phones, indexing and filing documents, making copies, handling personal/professional travel arrangements, and scheduling meetings.
• Answers inquiries and/or refers callers/patients to appropriate person/department.
• Gathers information and develops summaries as requested by physician.
• Responsible for coordinating meetings for assigned physician which includes, but isn't limited to, reserving meeting rooms, ordering meals, developing agendas, taking/publishing minutes, and following through on action items.
• Assists physician with accounting functions including coordinating billing information, accounts receivable and processing expense requests.
• Serves as personal assistant for the physician managing personal appointments, academic schedule, speaking and travel arrangements, and other tasks as requested.
• Ensuring adequacy of office supplies and equipment.

Chief of Staff:

• Performs complex executive level administrative support duties for the office of the TSC Managing Partner.
• Attends meetings on behalf of the TSC Managing Partner.
• Presents detailed meeting records and reports as follow-up to meetings.
• Prepares Executive level correspondence on behalf of the TSC Managing Partner.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all aspects of role.
• Handles highly sensitive business information and records relating to both The Steadman Clinic and The Steadman Philippon Research Institute.
• Works closely with The Steadman Clinic, CEO, concerning business and clinical matters as appropriate and as delegated by TSC Managing Partner
• Coordinates joint activities of the TSC Managing Partner & CEO. These activities may include clinical operational priorities, business meetings and key organizational events.
• Performs additional Practice leadership support duties as required.

General:

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights.
• Maintains confidentiality of all medical, financial, or other sensitive materials and information in printed, electronic or verbal form which may jeopardize the privacy of patients.
• Accesses and uses the minimum necessary patient identifiable information to perform job responsibilities and duties and only for authorized purposes.
• Maintain personal commitment to the Steadman Clinic mission and values.
• Follow policies as established in the Employee Handbook.
• Attend regular staff meetings and other required meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assists other staff as requested.

Requirements

These are the minimum requirements for the role.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university Physician Assistant program accredited by the AMA Council on Medical Education required; Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Ideal candidate will have 8 years of health care experience including staff and practice supervisory/management responsibilities, as well as direct patient care. 
• Fluency in languages other than English preferred.
• Demonstrated problem solving and workflow management skills required.
• Must be energetic, quality driven and have proven ability to be productive member of a cohesive team of peers dedicated to providing optimum patient care.
• Must maintain a professional attitude towards patients and an excellent and collegial working relationship with other Steadman Clinic and hospital personnel in involved in patient care.
• Must exercise highest degree of professional judgment under the direct supervision and guidance of a licensed physician.
• Must demonstrate understanding of procedures, policies and documentation required to ensure compliance with hospital standards of care.
• Excellent critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, and manage time effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products required.
• Pleasant, courteous telephone manner required and ability to handle irritated patients.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously; ability to work with frequent interruptions.
• Excellent organization, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and represent The Steadman Clinic in a mature, professional manner at all times.
• Must be energetic, quality driven and have proven ability to be productive member of a cohesive team of peers dedicated to providing optimum patient care.
• Must maintain a professional attitude towards patients and an excellent and collegial working relationship with other Steadman Clinic, Steadman-Philippon Research Institute, and hospital personnel.  

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Company 401k Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• FAMLI Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance; AD&D; Hospital Indemnity
• Referral Program Incentive
• Parking Available
• Discretionary Bonus Program and Ski Pass Benefit
• And more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law.