Manager Ambulatory Clinical Operations

Mgr Ambulatory Clinical Operations

This position will support Culpeper and Northern Medical Group Markets.

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health's community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team's talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people's lives every day.

Job Summary

The Manager Ambulatory Clinical Operations is responsible for the coordination and management of clinical operations within UVA Community Health Medical Group (UVACH MG). This individual provides clinical supervision and is responsible for ensuring standardization and alignment of clinical processes and care delivery across the UVACH MG clinics. The Manager Ambulatory Clinical Operations will have a strong presence in the clinics providing direct clinical support to clinic leadership, providers, and front-line clinical staff. The Manager Ambulatory Clinical Operations reports to the UVACH Medical Group Director of Nursing and Quality. Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate change and participate in project management and strategic planning activities within Ambulatory Operations to enhance the UVA Health strategic plan.

Coordinate clinical operation activities of the Medical Group, to include float pool clinical staffing, orientation, onboarding, and clinical education and training activities. Implement staffing models per industry standards.

Foster a culture of collaboration and shared decision-making among clinical staff, providers, leaders, and other healthcare professionals, encouraging active participation in decision-making processes and quality improvement initiatives.

Provide guidance and support to clinical staff including opportunities for continuing education, certification, and career advancement within the organization.

Promote Professional Shared Governance activities, evidence-based practices, and patient care delivery.

Monitor key performance indicators related to clinical practice, patient outcomes, and staff satisfaction, utilizing data to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance overall performance.

In collaboration with the Director of Nursing and Quality, design, implement, and monitor compliance of the role specific clinical skills competency oversight program. Serve as a clinical liaison between frontline team members and clinic leadership

Facilitate open and transparent communication channels ensuring that information is effectively disseminated, feedback is solicited and addressed, and concerns are resolved in a timely manner.

Stay current on best practices and trends in ambulatory care and healthcare management.

Maintains clinical competency to provide patient care as needed. Support Clinic Leaders with hiring, training, and performance evaluations of all clinical staff.

Qualifications

Education: 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of clinical RN experience required. 4 years of supervisory experience required.

Licensure: Current RN licensure in applicable state required.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Understands and applies: current and future trends/practice in area of responsibility; regulatory and governing standards, policies and procedures; information systems and software used in area of responsibility; equipment used in performing assigned duties; application of safety and infection control policies and procedures; skills in interviewing and selection process; understanding of budgeting, staffing, payroll and purchasing processes; implementation of competency, feedback, development and progressive discipline processes; teambuilding, conflict management, and interpersonal relationship skills; principles of adult learning and teaching methods/models; decision making, project leadership and consultation, delegation and communication skills; customer needs and expectations and knowledge for improvement to exceed customer expectations; principles of change management

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Certification in area of practice

Competencies

• Analysis: Analyzes processes and creates deliverables to provide information and recommendations for improvements.
• Quality Improvement: Demonstrates involvement in the unit's annual and/or periodic assessment efforts, including efforts to improve the quality services.
• Customer Service: Builds relationships and maintains strategic partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Financial Management: Manages tasks and resources within the department to achieve quality and meet budget requirements.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Physical Demand Code: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
• The base compensation range for this role is $38.02 - $62.96 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.