Operations Specialist, Access & Patient Experience Position Available In New York, New York

Operations Specialist, Access & Patient Experience
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Details Posted:

13-Jun-25

Location:

New York, New York Type:

Full-time Categories:

Staff/Administrative Internal Number:

550267

Job Type:

Officer of Administration

Hours Per Week:

35

Standard Work Schedule:

9AM-5PM, M-F

Building:

3 Columbus Circle, New York, NY

Salary Range:

$75,000

• $90,000
  The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary The ColumbiaDoctors FPO Operations Specialist works closely with Operations Leadership to provide project, technical, and analytical decision support for programs and projects in support of organizational goals within the domains of operations, access, and quality. This role is highly visible and interfaces with department leadership, managers, staff, and providers in the provision of an efficient, exceptional patient experience. Responsibilities Operations Research, propose, and develop tools to gauge performance, assess performance against benchmarks, and support the formulation of goals to improve performance.
Conduct operational assessments to observe process, flow and capacity, and provide analysis and recommendations to senior leadership.
Prepare ad hoc reports and/or presentations for ColumbiaDoctors stakeholders to understand operational, access, and/or quality challenges or issues; present to Operations, Management, and Administration as needed.
Under the direction of senior leadership, prepare and disseminate evaluation surveys for assigned projects, initiatives, educational sessions, and business units to source stakeholder feedback on the effectiveness of assignments.
Monitor, maintain, and support intradepartmental communication channels including but not limited to intranet, website, town halls, listservs, and newsletters for policy guidance to ensure compliance with operations, access, and/or Quality-related policies across the clinical enterprise. Support annual review activities of ColumbiaDoctors policies as assigned.
Under the direction of senior leadership participate in the educational efforts associated with changes in workflows, new initiatives, new systems, in addition to policy refreshers as needed across the clinical enterprise.
Completes other assignments or special projects as assigned within the scope of responsibility and training. Project Management Provide administrative support to Project Managers to add value and improve ColumbiaDoctors FPO Operations? ability to support and be a resource to internal stakeholders within the clinical enterprise including but not limited to multispecialty operations, administrative department leadership, and subject matter experts.
Support practice, access, and quality-related projects and assist with implementation in ColumbiaDoctors locations. Liaise with vendors, as needed, to maintain an efficient, effective relationship. Provide ongoing operational support for programs or initiatives following implementation as needed. Strategy Monitors key performance indicators and implements approved performance improvement initiatives, as needed. Utilizes dashboards and reports to monitor and evaluate performance.
Supports and mentors staff consistent with the department’s strategic plan, to maintain an efficient patient-centered environment.
Participates as a member of the healthcare team and various interdisciplinary committees to improve patient care and meet patient needs in alignment with Operations strategic objectives. Compliance Keeps current on all organizational, regulatory compliance and patient privacy trainings policies (e.g. infection control, public safety, EH&S, HIPAA, OSHA, etc.) and successfully complete all required trainings.
Serves on committees, task forces, and work groups as assigned.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality according to HIPAA requirements at all times. Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or combination of education and experience.
A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to set priorities among multiple competing objectives, tasks, and initiatives are required.
Strong proficiency in problem assessment, resolution, and collaborative problem-solving in complex, and interdisciplinary settings.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. This position requires the ability to interact positively, constructively, and effectively with professional staff, providers, and organizational stakeholders.
Must be able to deliver high-level communication presentations for management.
Must demonstrate leadership and relationship management skills, and manage conflicts with tact, sensitivity, and respect.
Ability to work independently, follow through, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work collaboratively with a culturally diverse staff and patient/family population demonstrating tact and sensitivity in stressful situations.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) or similar software is required and an ability and willingness to learn new systems and programs.
Must be a motivated individual with a positive mindset and exceptional work ethic.
Must successfully complete systems training requirements. Preferred Qualifications Prior EMR experience. Competencies Patient Facing Competencies Minimum Proficiency Level Accountability & Self-Management Level 3

• Intermediate Adaptability to Change & Learning Agility Level 2
• Basic Communication Level 2
• Basic Customer Service & Patient-Centered Level 3
• Intermediate Emotional Intelligence Level 2
• Basic Problem Solving & Decision Making Level 3
• Intermediate Productivity & Time Management Level 3
• Intermediate Teamwork & Collaboration Level 2
• Basic Quality, Patient & Workplace Safety Level 3
• Intermediate Leadership Competencies Minimum Proficiency Level Business Acumen & Vision Driver n/a Performance Management Level 2
• Basic Innovation & Organizational Development n/a Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

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Columbia University is one of the world’s most important centers of research and at the same time a distinctive and distinguished learning environment for undergraduates and graduate students in many scholarly and professional fields. The University recognizes the importance of its location in New York City and seeks to link its research and teaching to the vast resources of a great metropolis. It seeks to attract a diverse and international faculty and student body, to support research and teaching on global issues, and to create academic relationships with many countries and regions. It expects all areas of the university to advance knowledge and learning at the highest level and to convey the products of its efforts to the world.
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