What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATOR II (BHDDH) position at State of Rhode Island?
- Within a Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) area designated as a small organizational component, to have the assigned responsibility for the overall management of the planning, development and implementation of operational functions; or, to have the assigned responsibility for the overall management of a BHDDH program of comparable complexity.
- To coordinate or conduct analyses of specific programs, services, resources and costs and benefits to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the program.
- To assist in the development of assigned components, short and long-term goals and objectives, management plans and operating plans, and to oversee their implementation and evaluation.
- To assist in achieving fiscal integrity and accountability within the program area.
- To assist in the development of specific phases of the operating and capital budget plans, proposals and requests, as required.
- To periodically consult and confer with intra and interagency representatives to access and recommend changes in programs, services, goals and objectives, as required.
- To review programs and services for compliance with federal, state and other regulations and requirements, and with the overall mission and goals of the department.
- When directed, to apply innovative and emerging methods, technologies and management practices to the operation of the organization and/or program.
- To encourage professional and staff development activities within the program or services area.
- To provide professional opinion, consultation and advice, as required.
- To serve as an effective member of the agency program and leadership team.
- To assist in coordination of programs and services with other BHDDH agencies, other state departments and agencies, municipal, federal and private agencies and parties, as required.
- To provide effective and informative reports; to prepare communications and communicate regularly with departmental and program staff, and with others as required.
- To represent the department in a variety of roles and settings, as required.
- To assist in the development and maintenance of appropriate and adequate information systems, and to produce reports as needed.
- To meet and conform to the requirements of an operational set of performance specifications.
- To do related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the operations of the program or services area and the ability to promote effective and efficient programs and services; a working knowledge of the principles and practices employed in the administration of public health care programs and services; a working knowledge of trends and best practices in the program or services area and the ability to apply this knowledge to planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating the program; a familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures; the ability to lead, supervise, assign and evaluate the work of subordinates; the ability to serve as an effective administrative subordinate; the ability to serve as an effective member of an administrative team; the ability to provide leadership and coordination; the ability to communicate effectively; the ability to meet and conform to the requirements of an operational set of performance specifications; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: possession of a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Management, Health Administration, or in the specifically assigned area of organizational or program responsibility; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a responsible supervisory capacity in (line/direct service or staff support) in a health care environment
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements for all candidates to receive a position at ESH or RISPH is the proof of immunity against:
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
Varicella (Chickenpox),
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap),
Hepatitis B titers,
Tuberculin Skin Test (TST)
N-95 Respirator FIT test
Please contact Employee Health Clinic within 2 business days of accepting the position. The Employee Health Office at the Eleanor Slater Hospital is open 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday at:
Cranston Ph: (401) 462-2001 Fax:462-1683
Zambarano Ph: (401) 567-5524 Fax: 567-4003
RISPH Ph: (401) 462-4142
Education & Training: Credentialed as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
Experience: Prefer 1-3 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a Health Informatics Management Department
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrate knowledge of State and Federal legal requirements relating to documentation, confidentiality, and legal issues pertaining to health information
Ability to work with paper records
EHR skills including but not limited to prepping, scanning, indexing and quality control
Ability to audit medical charts for compliance with Joint Commission and Department of Health
Computer literacy and the ability to type
Strong written and communication skills
Excellent organization skills
Ability to prioritize
Salary : $86,230 - $97,751
