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Arizona Department of Health Services

Managed Care Program Administrator

Arizona Department of Health Services, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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Specialty Clinic Manager Job Location: 501 N 24th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Posting Details Salary: $70,000 - $75,000, Grade: 24

Job Summary The specialty clinic manager manages and supervises the clinic staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations. Responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day administrative and operational activities to ensure the clinic runs smoothly and delivers quality patient care. Develops and implements effective operational policies and procedures, monitors patient appointment scheduling, collaborates with healthcare providers, oversees occupational health, dental, podiatry, infection prevention, patient records, coordinates with external partners, oversees financial activities, conducts staff meetings and training, and stays updated with industry trends and regulations.

Job Duties

Oversee the management of occupational health, dental, podiatry, and infection prevention clinics.

Oversee day‑to‑day administrative and operational activities and clinic patient records.

Coordinate with external partners and vendors for supplies and services.

Oversee financial activities, including billing and budgeting.

Develop and implement operational policies and procedures.

Monitor and optimize patient scheduling and collaborate with providers for quality care.

Organize and supervise administrative staff, including medical biller/coder, scheduler and medical assistants.

Conduct staff meetings and training sessions to promote communication and skill development.

Ensure compliance with regulatory agency rules and hospital policies.

Perform other duties as assigned (typically 5%–10%).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge:

Electronic Health Records systems

Health care laws and regulations

Health care marketing strategies

Healthcare regulations, compliance and best practices

Hospital policies and procedures

Performing and implementing research

Team building and participation in team exercises at the management level

Principles of adult learning

Performance Management (PM) and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies

Skills:

Financial management and budgeting

Leadership or managerial role within a healthcare setting

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively

Time management, organization, privacy and multitasking

Analytical mindset for identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions

Flexibility and adaptability in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment

Abilities:

Perform audits, analyze findings and implement action plans

Utilize adult learning principles in educating, mentoring and coaching of subordinate staff

Lead and supervise a team and provide staff educational needs

Communicate to a variety of staff at all levels

Effectively manage and grow staff

Present data to team members

Support a diverse multicultural workforce, reflect the community and promote equal opportunity

Selective Preferences:

Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business management or related field with 3–5 years experience as an outpatient or clinical manager or in a similar leadership role. Certification in healthcare management, such as CMM or CMPE.

Pre‑Employment Requirements:

Must obtain and maintain CPR and NVCI certification.

A State Hospital employee must possess a valid level one fingerprint clearance card or apply within seven working days after starting employment.

All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).

Benefits

Affordable medical and dental insurance plans

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)

10 paid holidays per year

Wellness program and plans

Life insurance

Short/long‑term disability insurance

Defined retirement plan

Award‑winning Infant at Work program

Credit union membership

Transit subsidy

ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program

Retirement The State makes monthly contributions to finance the retirement benefit. The State contributes to the ASRS equal to your contribution. New State employees have a 27‑week wait period for contributions to begin.

Contact Us The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format, by calling (602) 542‑1085. Requests should be made early to allow sufficient time for accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E‑Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

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