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August 30, 2010

Physician Practice Manager

Multi-Office Practices: HealthCare Enterprise, Inc., a subsidiary of Anne Arundel Health System, is seeking a dynamic, seasoned Practice Manager to provide operational management in physician medical practices. The ideal candidate will be familiar with innovative medical practice initiatives such as the patient centered medical home concept, and possess the dedication to implement policies and procedures to improve internal processes. Prior experience implementing electronic medical records is desired.  Responsibilities include: fiscal, staff, and operations management. Must demonstrate ability to mentor/coach staff, knowledge of legislative and legal regulations governing independent medical practices and utilization of ICD9/CPT coding. BA/BS in health administration, finance or related field, with 3 or more years experience managing physician offices, OR at least five years experience in private physician management; excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required. We offer a pleasant work environment and an excellent benefits package with competitive salary rates.  For consideration, please apply online at: www.aahs.org. EOE, M/F/D/V.

Director, Information Technology Solutions

“I am looking for someone who act as a “conductor” – developing systems, tools, templates, trainings, etc. to assist community health centers to link with needed resources: consultants, Regional Exchange Centers, Health Center Controlled Networks, etc.  I am looking for someone with a background not only in Electronic Health Records but also, ideally, with Practice Management Systems. They need to have technical knowledge and knowledge of community health centers but also the ability to have a strategic/national perspective and an entrepreneurial spirit.”

Duties: Develop and implement a training plan and technical assistance plan to assist health centers with the successful selection and implementation of integrated practice management systems, electronic health records/medical records and general ledger systems. Responsibilities: Formulate and implement the plan for community health centers training and technical assistance activities, working closely with the Clinical Affairs Department, Primary Care Associations (PCAs), and health center controlled networks (HCCNs), related to the definition of requirements, selection, implementation, and application of health and administrative electronic systems in community health centers, including: 1) Establish, make readily available, and regularly update a reference on health center/PCA/HCCN evaluations of vendors, systems, and consultants; 2) Identify training and technical assistance needs and develop and implement a plan to address those needs; 3) Develop and update, as appropriate, templates for health centers to use when contracting with IT vendors. 4) Develop and maintain a web-based approach (blog, bulletin board) that will allow for exchange of information and problem-solving. 5) Develop and support system-specific user groups. 6) Transition the project into a self-funded activity by the end of FY 2011. and 7)Take responsibility for other projects/duties as the need arises or assigned by the AVP. Experience: Bachelor’s degree in information technology/computer science, business or related field (Master’s degree preferred); Minimum of five years’ experience with practice management systems and electronic health records; Minimum of two years’ experience providing information technology support or equivalent to a health care organization, ideally with a community health center; Expertise with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), VOIP, data dictionary usage, and software/hardware management; Strong planning and organizational skills; Demonstrated effective leadership in both one-on-one situations as well as group presentations. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.  Contact: David B. Secor, 410-825-7811 DavidBSecor@comcast.net

August 9, 2010

Director, Practice Management Information Systems Consulting - Washington DC Metro area

Overview: Our client supports 8,000 health centers in 50 states and PR. Their mission is, “To promote the provision of high quality, comprehensive and affordable health care that is coordinated, culturally and linguistically competent, and community directed for all medically underserved populations.” Over 60% of these health centers need direction on selecting the appropriate health information systems. These systems will include, but not limited to, electronic health records, electronic claims and billing through enterprise wide solutions. Responsibility: The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the health centers as a subject matter expert and liaison, to select the appropriate vendor of medical practice information systems solution that have been identified as best practice technology and have a history of superior customer support. You will be charged with measuring vendor performance (selection, implementation and operationally) for the provider partners. Conduct peer reviews with partner organizations. Qualifications: Strong healthcare and EHR or HIE background. Knowledge of state health agencies, e.g., Medicaid/Medicare public health, health insurance, and health reform organizations (legislative, executive, governor’s office). Knowledge of ambulatory/physician-office clinical workflows. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems. Knowledge in business process analysis and system design. Project management skills including Project Management certification would be a plus. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Health Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience.  Master’s degree in Health Care, Public Policy, Business, Economics or related field. Contact: David B. Secor/The Search Committee. 410-825-7811. search@comcast.net