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UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and / or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
This is a UC San Diego Internal Recruitment open to UCSD and UCSD Health System Staff Only
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 1 / 27 / 25 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 1 / 30 / 25. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
DESCRIPTION
The Department of Ophthalmology comprises 30 faculty physicians and scientists, twelve resident physicians, 13 (including clinical and research) post-doctoral physicians and scientists, and over 150 staff with six divisions - Glaucoma, Retina, Cornea & Refractive Surgery, Pediatrics, Oculoplastics, and Neuro-ophthalmology. In addition, clinical services are provided at the Shiley Eye Center, Ratner Eye Center, UCSD Health Sciences (UCSDHS), Hillcrest ambulatory center, and the Veterans Administration (VA) Hospital. The Department of Ophthalmology has the largest single outpatient clinic at the University of California, San Diego, with over 110,000 visits annually. Additionally, over 5400 surgical cases are performed.
The Department of Ophthalmology is rapidly growing and looking to expand its practice at the Shiley Eye Center and in regional satellites, including the possible acquisition of existing practices.
Supervises clinic operations, typically spanning multiple providers, clinics and / or practices. Subordinates include staff involved with professional operational functions. Oversight of administrative areas such as practice revenue management, billing systems and procedures, facilities and safety procedures, registration, new patient coordination, scheduling, medical records storage and maintenance, insurance authorizations. May also supervise patient support staff such as medical assistants or HLT's, in coordination with the technician supervisors and assistant director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Nine years of related experience, education / training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus five years of related experience / training.
Demonstrated supervisory and organizational skills to effectively supervise staff and to manage the complex workflow and multiple priorities involved with clinic / center administration.
Strong knowledge of practice operations, patient-scheduling systems, medical and insurance terminology, applicable information systems, patient service standards, and regulatory requirement and best practices.
Strong knowledge of human resources management policies, with the ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and document human resources issues and performance, and to participate in decision-making on human resources matters.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and develop and apply effective solutions.
Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaborations with all levels of management and staff, consultants, and outside agencies.
Strong written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to train and mentor subordinates, to convey complex administrative, clinical, and technical information in a clear and concise manner, and to prepare and present a variety of reports, documentation, analyses, and project proposals.
Strong knowledge of business software and specialized applications and data management systems used in clinic / center operations.
Strong knowledge and ability to work with other departments and leaders.
Ability to promote patient experience and coach performance as well as provide positive feedback and provide a collaborative manner with safe to speak approach with all staff, providers and patients within the dept.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
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Annual Full Pay Range : $85,400 - $156,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent : $40.90 - $75.10
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.
UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational - or "bench-to-bedside" - research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team!
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Apply Online Payroll Title : AMBUL CARE ADMSTN SUPV 2 Department : OPHTHALMOLOGY Hiring Pay Scale $85,400.00 - $121,100.00 / Year Worksite : Campus Appointment Type : Career Appointment Percent : 100% Union : Uncovered Total Openings : 1 Work Schedule : Days, 8 Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday Click Here to
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Posted : 1 / 23 / 2025
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Salary : $85,400 - $121,100