The starting rate for this position is: $68,000

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Perioperative Services and the VP of Finance, the Business Manager has overall responsibility for business operations for the Perioperative services. The Perioperative Business Manager collaborates with Perioperative leadership to develop strategies to manage costs, optimize revenue, and develop new business. The Perioperative Business Manager is also responsible for administrative and fiscal management of Perioperative information system. The Perioperative Business Manager supports and assists in the delivery of quality services. The Perioperative Business Manager develops high level relationships with surgeons and organizational leadership to promote effective positive clinical and operational outcomes. The Perioperative Business Manager functions as the primary liaison to financial services, Materials, and IS.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.

• Develops capital budget for Perioperative Services in conjunction with Perioperative leadership. Ensures that all capital requests are submitted on schedule with proper justification for evaluation purposes.

• Monitors capital expenditures and operating budget continuously. Prepares and explains monthly variance reports and develops strategies to rectify as needed. Presents results to the appropriate individuals on a monthly basis.

• Provides scheduled and requested financial reports related to Surgery. Reviews monthly responsibility summary reports for accuracy and variances.

• Develops, tracks, and provides insight to operational performance reports (Surgical Dashboard) relative to cost per case, cost per procedure, labor and supply expense per case, turnover time, start times, room utilization, and revenue/profitability per case, and others upon request.

• Reviews and approves all non-Purchase Order related invoices and expenses. Ensures correct sub-accounts are accurately expensed.

• Maximizes charge capture and reimbursement, in collaboration with Patient Accounts, Finance, Accounting, and Health Information Management.

• Conducts cost/benefit and return on investment (ROI) analyses for new products, equipment, and new procedures.

• Performs labor and expense audits

• Works closely with surgical leadership, surgeons, and staff to identify expense reduction opportunities in Perioperative services.

• Works closely with staff to track supply and equipment utilization and develop solutions to maximize efficiency and reduce cost.

• Works closely with Bio-Med to develops and maintains capital equipment inventory, maintenance, and replacement schedules.

• Supervises the performance and ongoing development of the Surgical Materials Coordinator, Charge Validator, and Surgical Scheduler.

• Establishes individual annual performance goals and targets for the Charge Validator, and Surgical Scheduler.

• Identify strategic initiatives, operational goals, and business plans for Perioperative Services in collaboration with the Director, Perioperative Services and VPMA.

• Develop annual operational goals and business plans, in conjunction with the Director of Perioperative Services and VPMA.

• Develop procedures for procurement of non-inventory supplies and authorizes purchases that meet criteria on a daily basis via Online Requisitioning and paper requisitions.

• Evaluates service contracts annually and determines need for renewal. Negotiates directly with primary suppliers to develop best pricing contracts for supplies and services for the department.

• Acts as liaison with the Materials Management department to ensure par levels, fill rates, returns, and service levels meet the needs of the department. Working with Materials Management approves all requests for item adds, changes, and removal requests.

• Acts as representative for peri-operative services on Surgical Value Analysis.

• Collates evaluations of new products with team. Meets with vendors to review product performance and develops criteria for acceptance/rejection of products with Director.

• Provides positive contributions as a member on the following committees: Perioperative Leadership, SVAT, Revenue Cycle, and other financial and operational efficiency teams.

• Other duties as consistent with this role.

  Job Requirements: (education and experience/preferred and required)

  Job Knowledge and Skills

• The Perioperative Business Manager will have in-depth knowledge of financial analysis/reporting, value analysis/product selection process, annual budget, billing/reimbursement, and materials management.

  Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in finance, accounting, healthcare management or other relevant field from an accredited college or university strongly preferred.

• Master’s degree preferred.

• Three to Five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience; Healthcare and/or OR setting preferred.

  An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

  Working Conditions/Physical Demands

  Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

  Americans with Disabilities Statement

  Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

  Standard of Business Conduct

  Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.

  Covenant Health Mission Statement

  We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

  Our Core Values:

  •Compassion

  We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

  •Integrity

  We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

  •Collaboration

  We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

  •Excellence

  We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

  Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).