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:
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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.
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Oversee all non-physician staff management and direct supervision of the
Business Office Manager and Clinical Operations Manager.
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Make recommendations to maximize productivity and profitability.
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Reporting of utilization statistics and management.
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Act as physician/management liaison.
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Maintain “common vision” among physicians and management team.
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Maintain employee moral and productivity.
PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR – Cont’d
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Monitoring practice productivity and profitability.
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Managing space development and construction.
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Evaluate equipment and building leases.
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Report on monthly financial statements, budgets, and profit and loss analysis.
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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
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B.A. in Business Administration or related field, MBA or MS preferred.
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At least five years of progressive health care management experience, preferably
in group practices.
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Minimum 3 to 5 years experience and/or education in the following areas:
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Personnel/employee relations
Medical and financial management information systems
Facilities construction and/or design
Billing and collections
Hospital and physician relationships
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Additional skills and strengths such as:
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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