Tucson, AZ - Seeking Emergency Medicine Practice Coordinator
Everybody Has A Role to Play in Transforming Healthcare
As a Practice Coordinator, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. Provide direct, business operations support to our medical directors, site physician partners, advanced providers and scribe (when applicable) employees. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.
Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call "culture of brilliance." Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.
Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.
The Opportunity
As appropriate to the site practice, acts as the coordinator for the site Vituity leadership and as the interface for the practice to the hospital and community.
As appropriate to the site practice, acts as the coordinator for the provider team with hospital C-Suite, nursing leadership, nursing staff, and Vituity support team.
Provide administrative support to the site medical director and site management team.
As appropriate to the site practice, provides support to the Medical Director and/or the Site Management Team with site financials to include, but not limited to, contract stipends, expense reimbursements, and site payroll timecards.
Act as the super user for all Vituity software applications and as a point person for hospital software and hardware systems.
As appropriate to site practice, provide support to Vituity providers acting as a percipient witness in criminal or civil disputes including, but not limited to, receiving and routing subpoenas, scheduling depositions and trial testimony as applicable, development of a provider fee schedule, and including malpractice carrier as appropriate.
Provide office support to include, but not limited to, meeting support, office systems, supplies, site events, position procedure manual, and customer service.
As applicable to the practice line, facilitate all aspects of the daily patient census and attend daily multi-disciplinary rounds.
As applicable to the site practice, responsible for finding coverage as needed for the site clinical schedules to ensure adequate coverage with no disruption to patient care.
As applicable to site practice, collect minimal data metrics.
Provide administrative support of the site operational programs to include, but not limited to, Operations Meetings, Patient Experience Program, Quality/Performance Improvement Program, Advanced Provider and/or Scribe Programs, and Student or Resident rotations.
Collaborate with Medical Director and/or Site Management Team to ensure aspects of recruiting and on-boarding are completed for new providers and employees as well as locums and reservists and/or residents and students.
Collaborate with Medical Director and/or Site Management Team to ensure all licensed providers are completing their recredentialing timely and appropriately for their licensing, certificates, and credentials required by Vituity and hospital Medical Staff Office.
Collaborate with Medical Director and/or Site Management Team to ensure all site partners and employees remain in compliance with Vituity and hospital programs and other mandated training or requests.
Act as the point person for all Vituity People Operations (Human Resources) relations to include, but not limited to, ensuring accurate site roster and assist with compliance of employment law and Vituity policies.
As applicable to practice line, responsible for all medical records and data submission to Revenue Cycle Management in a timely manner and responsible for appropriate charge capture in designated system, sending notices and follow up as appropriate.
Ensure billing and documentation compliance through completion of site WIP/TAD lists and answering provider routine questions.
Ensure completion of mandated forms and requests as appropriate to include, but not limited to, death certificates, physician office requests, State specific Workers Compensation and Motor Vehicle Department reporting compliance, and pharmacy requests.
Required Experience and Competencies
High School diploma or equivalent and 0-2 years of administrative experience in an office or healthcare setting required.
Associate degree in related healthcare or healthcare administration field preferred.
Experience working in the healthcare field preferred.
Knowledge of healthcare and medical terminology.
Intermediate MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook skills
Strong consultation skills and the ability to seek out information.
Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize and work in a stressful environment.
Ability to be self-directed, motivated, and sensitive to deadlines.
Ability to express ideas and convey information effectively in verbal and written communications.
Able to create a positive environment, clearly understand client / customer relationships, and promotes Vituity positive image.
Ability to use office equipment and automated systems/applications/software at an acceptable level of proficiency.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by the duties of the position.
Ability to read, understand and communicate in English sufficient to perform the duties of the position.
The Practice
St. Joseph's Hospital - Tucson, Arizona
Regional EMS base hospital and largest regional referral hospital of the system located on the east side of Tucson.
Adult Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center with 24/7 emergency services.
2024 ED volume averages 70-80 patients per day (aging geriatric population) with a 33% admit rate, 11% critical care.
Women's and OB Center with low acuity NICU.
Cerner EMR with Dragon dictation and Vituity scribe support.
The Community
Tucson, Arizona, is a wonderful place to work and live, combining natural beauty, cultural richness, and career opportunities .
Known for its sunny weather and stunning desert landscapes, Tucson offers outdoor adventures at Saguaro National Park, with its iconic cacti, and Mount Lemmon, which has hiking, camping, and even skiing in winter.
The city has a thriving arts scene, historic districts, and popular events like the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show.
Downtown Tucson features unique restaurants, shops, and cultural spots like the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, a zoo, aquarium, and botanical garden in one.
Nearby, residents can explore Kartchner Caverns or take weekend trips to Sedona or the Grand Canyon.
With a strong community, affordable living, and diverse activities, Tucson offers a fulfilling lifestyle in the heart of the Sonoran Desert.
Benefits & Beyond*
Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.
Superior health plan options
Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%
Outstanding Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks' vacation, Paid holidays, Sabbatical
Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
Professional and Career Development Program
EAP, travel assistance, and identify theft included
Wellness program
Commuter Benefits Program
Vituity community initiatives including LGBTQ+ History, Dia de los Muertos Celebration, Money Management/Money Relationship, and more.
Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees.
We are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $19.05 - $23.33, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual corporate Success Sharing bonus program, which is based on the company's annual performance. If you are hired at Vituity, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please speak with a recruiter for more details.
We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.
Vituity appreciates differences; our dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our organization. Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.
*Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information.
