Senior Medical Practice Specialist - req# 34838
Medical Practice Specialist,Sr
| Requisition ID | req34838 |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Senior Medical Practice Specialist |
| Position Grade | 14 |
| Position Summary | The UNM Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a Sr. Medical Practice Specialist to analyze and optimize clinical revenue generating operations in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines dealing with the conduct of a medical practice. This position develops and implements business strategies, policies, protocols, and systems that improve practice productivity, efficiency and customer service. Serving in a leadership role, the selected candidate will lead in the evaluation and redesign of business plans of a large, growing and multi-division department. The Sr. Medical Practice Specialist will be the point person for revenue cycle monitoring and decision support analytics maintaining a cohesive framework of issues/solutions that is understood by leadership and maintained as central to mission while ensuring and protecting the integrity of the data that is influencing the department's strategic planning. Applicants should have experience using Microsoft Excel and other data management software with complex data sets. The Sr. Medical Practice Specialist should be comfortable communicating and training members of leadership and groups of faculty providers, as well as implementing process change. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required • Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial and operational data and prepare business reports, projections, and recommendations. • Working knowledge and strategic understanding of medical billing and reimbursement principles, procedures, and documentation. • Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. • Ability to communicate and interact effectively with practicing physicians and clinical management. • Knowledge of current legislation and developing legal issues and trends in medical billing, coding, and associated documentation. • Advanced knowledge and understanding of the business and operating characteristics of a large, complex medical practice. • Ability to develop, prepare, and implement business plans and resource/revenue generating strategies. • Skill in the analysis and evaluation of clinical billing operations and provider productivity This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the advancement of our department’s mission through innovative leadership, strategic thinking, and operational excellence. If you are a dynamic leader with the skills and experience to drive success, we encourage you to apply. |
| Conditions of Employment | |
| Minimum Qualifications | High school diploma or GED; at least 9 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. |
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| Campus | Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM |
| Department | Psychiatry Administration (451B) |
| Employment Type | Staff |
| Staff Type | Regular - Full-Time |
| Term End Date | |
| Status | Exempt |
| Pay | Monthly: $4,876 - $6,976.67 salary dependent upon education, experience and equity |
| Benefits Eligible | This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. |
| ERB Statement | As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. |
| Background Check Required | Yes |
| For Best Consideration Date | 10/20/2025 |
| Eligible for Remote Work | Yes |
| Eligible for Remote Work Statement | Eligible for hybrid work after successful completion of probationary period and training. |
| Application Instructions | Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. For consideration, please supply: completed application with hours worked; resume; cover letter summarizing relevant experience/qualifications; and three professional references, preferably supervisory. Selected candidate must supply official transcript(s) or proof of meeting minimum job requirements. |
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff. | |