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　　Organization:

　　GI Administration

　　Job Summary:

　　JOB SUMMARY

　　Supervises a team of administrative professionals. Assists in budget, payroll and/or administrative functions.

　　The administrative supervisor oversees all the administrative staff which includes approximately 17 surgery schedulers and 1 administrative assistant. The administrative supervisor reports to the assistant nurse manager.

　　The administrative supervisor will partner with the Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) of scheduling and assessment to hire and train new surgery schedulers. The administrative supervisor will be responsible for holding daily huddles and weekly meetings with the surgery schedulers. The administrative supervisor will monitor the surgery schedulers productivity. They will report any discrepancies to the ANM. The administrative supervisor will participate in leadership discussion on ways to improve the job roles of the surgery schedulers. The administrative supervisor will manage e-mails from insurance management along with the ANM. The administrative supervisor will handle pre-determinations and insurance authorizations for out of network insurance.

　　Department Summary:

　　Vanderbilt General Gastroenterology cares for people with chronic digestive problems. We diagnose even complicated illnesses and help you improve your quality of life. Depending on your needs, we can refer you to one of our specialty clinics.

　　U.S. News & World Report ranks Vanderbilt General Gastroenterology among the top programs in the nation.

　　Our specialists have exceptional knowledge of many challenging illnesses, including esophageal motility problems, gastroesophageal reflux disease and familial cancer syndromes.

　　Hours:

　　This position is Monday - Friday; DAYS. No holidays, no weekends.

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　　KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

　　• Participates in projects and/or on-going work activities (timelines, work plans, deliverables) aligned with area initiatives.

　　• Supervises day to day performance of staff as assigned through ongoing assessment and coaching to achieve goals.

　　• Ensures effective operation of an area through development and supervision of processes.

　　• Assists in preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets.

　　• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

　　TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

　　• Clerical/Administrative (Advanced): Clerical/Administration is a skill which includes most clerical and administrative functions typically carried out by secretaries, administrators and others who perform a clerical role. Among the duties are: Ad Hoc Reporting, Calendar Maintenance, Data Entry, Document Duplication, Document Filing and Maintenance, Document Preparation, Employee Record Maintenance, Employee Time Recording, Faxing and Electronic Mailing, Inventory Management, Mail Sorting and Distribution, Meeting Coordination and Scheduling, Message Management, Receptionist Tasks, Special Projects, Spreadsheet Preparation, Travel Arrangements, and Word Processing and Typing.

　　• Operations Planning (Novice): Anticipates resource needs to meet objectives and implements appropriate processes.

　　• Leadership (Novice): Formulates a vision while motivating & guiding employees promoting engagement. Leaders state precise goals, ensures the commitment of individuals to those goals, defines the methods of measurement, and provides the incentive to accomplish measureable outcomes.

　　• Quality Management (Novice): Developing a systematic process of checking to see whether a process or service is meeting specific requirements.

　　• Business Results (Fundamental Awareness): Ability to achieve business results while focusing on quality, customer satisfaction, and stewardship.

　　• Compliance (Novice): Understanding the rules, regulations, sanctions and other statutory requirements, guidelines and instructions relating to governing bodies and organizations, both internally and externally.

　　• People Management (Novice): Interacting, communicating, building relationships and developing employees.

　　Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

　　At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

　　Core Accountabilities:

　　Organizational Impact: Plans and sets day-to-day objectives for the team that have a direct effect on the results of the department or area that the job is in. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Resolves technical and operational problems within provided guideline. * Breadth of Knowledge: Applies advanced subject matter knowledge within a specific technical area and basic management knowledge to support the team. * Team Interaction: Leads/supervises a unit within a department or a small department. Typically without budget or hire/fire authority. Role is typically a 'working' supervisor.Core Capabilities :

　　Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences.Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. - Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness.Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation: - Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. - Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. - Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

　　Position Qualifications:

　　Responsibilities:

　　Certifications:

　　Work Experience:

　　Relevant Work Experience

　　Experience Level:

　　5 years

　　Education:

　　High School Diploma or GED

　　Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled