Director of Specialties, Network Administration, (Novato), Full-Time, Days

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Company:

Prima Medical Foundation dba MarinHealth Medical Network

Work Shift:

8 Hour (days) (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Description Summary:

The Director Of Specialties is responsible for overseeing specialty clinic operations and related services within MarinHealth Medical Network (MHMN), under the direction of senior leadership. This role ensures high-quality care, a patient-first approach, and appropriate access through sound fiscal management, resource allocation, ongoing process improvement, and quality assurance. Collaboration with physician and administrative leadership is central to this work. In partnership with specialty leadership teams, the Director supports comprehensive and coordinated care strategies that result in clinically integrated, quality outcomes. Specialty clinics are developed based on the needs of the patient population, with clear tracking of progress toward established goals and milestones.
Additional responsibilities include contributing to strategic planning and goal setting across specialty services in collaboration with senior management. The position helps implement and maintain policies and procedures, and works closely with specialty clinic leaders, medical directors, clinical teams, practice leaders, and all staff and support teams to implement best practice guidelines that support high-performance, patient-centered care.

Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions:

Please Note: The Director of Specialties is a fully on-site position located in Marin County, CA. Due to the operational and leadership responsibilities of this role, a consistent on-site presence is required. This position is currently not eligible for remote work.
Pay Range:

$70.76 - $88.46 - $106.15

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Manages and develops the specialty clinic operations and staff to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
• Routinely assesses patient population needs and clinic programs; implements appropriate new services and adapts existing ones to maintain and improve quality of care across specialty areas.
• Monitors and analyzes business processes for effectiveness and efficiency within specialty practices.
• Creates, develops, implements, and monitors initiatives to support specialty clinic performance and achieve key operational and clinical goals.
• Acts as a liaison between specialty clinic leaders, providers, staff, and senior management to address business and clinical needs.
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and standards while offering expertise in resource management.
• Possesses excellent communication skills (verbal and written) for internal and external stakeholders.
• Leads projects within MHMN and affiliated organizations, ensuring alignment with established objectives and business goals.
• Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and accountability in all areas of responsibility.
• Provides solutions to complex operational issues and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement across specialty services.
• Ability to drive to/from various specialty clinic locations (requires a valid California Driver’s License and automobile insurance in good standing).
• Adheres to MHMN’s Behavior Standards of Excellence, including but not limited to:
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Respectful communication with patients, physicians, and coworkers
  • Professionalism in all work-related interactions
  • Effective teamwork
  • Commitment to a safe work environment
  • Positive attitude
• Performs all other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Management, or Business Administration or related field is required. Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience:

• 5-8 years’ experience in a multi-clinic ambulatory healthcare environment.
• Knowledge/experience with EMR and/or practice management systems (use of Epic a plus).

Performance Requirements:

• Prioritize projects and deadlines.
• Identify, analyze and resolve operational problems.
• Evaluate and make recommendations for continuous quality improvement.
• Reliability and professionalism.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office products.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Accommodation:

Qualified applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application process by contacting Human Resources at 415-925-7040 or [email protected].

C.A.R.E.S. Standards:

MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues.

Health & Immunizations:

To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law.

Compensation:

The posted pay range complies with applicable law and reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual pay is set by skills, experience, qualifications, and internal/market equity, consistent with MarinHealth’s compensation philosophy. Positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by those agreements.

Equal Employment:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.