Health Systems Administrator - Assistant Medical Center Director

$136,414 - $177,341/Yr

United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Chicago, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Chicago, IL

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Health Systems Administrator - Assistant Medical Center Director position at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center involves overseeing multiple administrative and allied health services, ensuring efficient facility operations, and participating in executive-level discussions and decision-making. The role requires strong leadership in budget management, resource allocation, and community relationship building, with a focus on enhancing patient care and operational effectiveness within the Veterans Health Administration.

Responsibilities

• Exercise line authority for multiple administrative and allied health services and sections.
• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and direct various administrative and health-related services.
• Participate in top-level executive discussions, decisions, and policy-making.
• Manage budget and fiscal operations for assigned services, including resource management and FTEE control.
• Serve as fiscal advisor to the medical center Director in preparing budget submissions.
• Delegate authority and hold managers accountable for performance in their service lines.
• Resolve complaints and grievances effectively.
• Establish and maintain community partnerships and relationships with stakeholders.
• Set priorities for healthcare operations and allocate resources accordingly.
• Conduct internal systemic reviews to ensure compliance with governing standards.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required to apply for this job.
• Possess an undergraduate or graduate degree in hospital administration, public health administration, or related fields.
• Have progressively responsible analytical or administrative experience in the healthcare field.
• Demonstrate knowledge of healthcare delivery systems, regulations, and standards.
• Possess management ability to delegate authority and oversee programs.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in strategic planning processes.
• Skill in administering compliance systems for program policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with Service Chiefs in budget formulation and management reporting.

Benefits

• Relocation expenses reimbursed for highly qualified candidates.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) authorized for highly qualified candidates.