DIR, Health Care Admin

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Direction and Change Management: Provide strategic leadership and direction, driving initiatives to advance the department's goals and manage organizational changes effectively.
• Innovative Leadership: Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, encouraging new ideas and approaches to enhance department operations.
• Financial/Budgetary Management: Implement financial policies and procedures, monitor financial effectiveness, formulate and execute the departmental budget, safeguard department assets, and ensure compliance with university accounting rules and regulations.
• Revenue Cycle Management: Develop annual revenue estimates, manage the charge budget, monitor professional and facility fee revenue cycles, and ensure accurate coding, billing, and collections.
• Department Administration: Develop operating procedures, supervise administrative functions, oversee space allocation and renovation, manage personnel policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with university and federal regulations.
• Human Resources Administration: Ensure timely processing of appointments, support recruitment, manage credentials, and handle all human resources issues for faculty and staff.
• Research Administration: Manage grants and contracts, oversee clinical trials and drug studies, and support the development of research funding opportunities.
• Business Development and Stakeholder Relations: Collaborate with the business development team to monitor the healthcare environment, develop business plans, oversee public relations efforts, and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders.

Why Join Us:

• Be a part of a leading academic institution renowned for excellence in teaching, research, and clinical care.
• Work in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.
• Contribute to the advancement of the Department of Neurology and its mission to improve patient care.
• Engage with the cutting-edge work being done at the Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including 403(b)/457 plans, health insurance, life and disability insurance, paid leave, and more.

Benefits & Rewards:
As one of the nation’s top public research universities, we are dedicated to elevating our benefits offerings to support the well-being of our staff and to be responsive to a range of individual and family needs. We offer:

• 403(b)/457 plans
• Individual and family health insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Public Service Forgiveness Loan Eligible Employer
• Domestic partner benefits
• Employee Education Program
• Paid sick, vacation, and parental leave
• UF Health Wellness Program
• Learn more about our diverse benefits package here: UF HR Benefits

About the University of Florida and the College of Medicine:
The University of Florida (UF) is ranked the #1 public university in the 2024 Wall Street Journal’s Best U.S. Colleges list. UF offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, fostering innovation and excellence in a city known for its beautiful natural landscapes and vibrant culture.

The UF College of Medicine is a key component of UF Health, one of the Southeast’s most comprehensive academic health centers. The College is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Partnering with UF Health Shands and the Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases to provide top-tier patient care.
• Research Leadership: Leading innovative studies with significant funding from prestigious bodies like the NIH.
• Educational Excellence: Training the next generation of physicians and researchers through advanced educational programs.
• Community Impact: Improving health outcomes through various outreach initiatives.

Joining the UF College of Medicine means being part of a community that supports personal and professional growth, offering numerous tools, resources, and training opportunities. We welcome applications from individuals who will contribute to our vision and mission.

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Master’s degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and eight years of relevant experience.

• Advanced degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Significant experience in financial management, including budget preparation and financial analysis.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and implementation, preferably in a healthcare or academic setting.
• Strong understanding of revenue cycle management and healthcare compliance regulations.
• Experience in managing administrative operations, including human resources, space management, and IT security.
• Excellent leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to manage significant organizational change.
• Proficiency in relevant software, including Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
• Experience with donor solicitation and fundraising.

Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

To be considered, candidates should apply online at Careers at UF. Please include your letter of interest which may include your goals and professional philosophy and a resume. Applications will be kept confidential.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.