Department: Optometry Clinic Salary: commensurate with experience

Description:

Coordinates and provides senior-level administrative support to an ongoing program at the University.

1. Coordinates program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.
2. Participates in planning and develops methods for program implementation and administration, coordinates program activities and processes.
3. Reviews program records and reports of activities.
4. Recommends modifications to methods or procedures as required.
5. Prepares recurring and ad hoc program reports for management use.
6. Assists in preparing reports, proposals, manuals, and other documentation as required for the program.
7. Participates in budget planning and is responsible for controlling expenditures in accordance with budget allocations for the program. 8. Conducts formal training or gives instruction regarding program policies and procedures.
9. Interacts with faculty, staff and students to promote the goals and objectives of the program.
10. Develops and maintains database on research studies, policy issues, etc.
11. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in a high-volume medical practice.
• Experience as a supervisor.
• Experience with Medical and Vision Insurance plans
• Experience in insurance and patient accounts receivables
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism

Required Attachments:
Candidates interested in applying for the position must submit the following documents with the application:
• Cover letter describing the manner in which your experience applies to the posting.
• Resume
• Salary History (list Employer name, dates, and last salary)
• Three work references, including current and past supervisors. NOTE: We will maintain your confidentiality and notify you in advance of making contact with any of your references. References will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been completed.

Education will be considered in lieu of experience.

MQ: Education: Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field. Advanced vocational or electronic skills or a basic knowledge of a professional field is required. An Associate's degree or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months and up to 3 years duration are characteristic of this field. Experience: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience.

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The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.