PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR – 2/00 RESPONSIBILITIES The primary responsibility of the Practice Administrator is to manage the day-to-day operations of the practice. The Practice Administrator will report to the Physician Liaison and monthly to the Executive Committee on the current financial condition of the practice, network development, staff changes, marketing activities, and any issues of concern relating to special projects (i.e., new services/programs, feasibility and requirements, etc.) or other hospitals, or other entities with which the practice does business. With regard to daily operations, the Practice Administrator will be responsible for the following: All business functions of the practice to include analyzing all internal financial reports such as accounts receivable reports, collection percentages, department and physician productivity reports, income statements, balance sheets, accounts payable, and other appropriate reports generated. Oversee all non-physician staff management and direct supervision of the Business Office Manager and Clinical Operations Manager. Make recommendations to maximize productivity and profitability. Reporting of utilization statistics and management. Act as physician/management liaison. Maintain “common vision” among physicians and management team. Maintain employee moral and productivity. PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR – Cont’d Monitoring practice productivity and profitability. Managing space development and construction. Evaluate equipment and building leases. Report on monthly financial statements, budgets, and profit and loss analysis. The Practice Administrator’s level of responsibility for the tasks outlined above is in the role of management and not as a line task. The above responsibilities create the framework of the organization and must be upheld. QUALIFICATIONS B.A. in Business Administration or related field, MBA or MS preferred. At least five years of progressive health care management experience, preferably in group practices. Minimum 3 to 5 years experience and/or education in the following areas: Personnel/employee relations Medical and financial management information systems Facilities construction and/or design Billing and collections Hospital and physician relationships Additional skills and strengths such as: Ability to think independently Positive attitude toward the health care environment and practice growth Ability to motivate staff and supervisors Ability to develop a “team” working environment among staff Self-starter Strong interpersonal skills Ability to delegate authority