About the role#
The Healthcare Operations Fellow is a structured 6-12 month program designed to prepare you for leadership in ambulatory care. You will gain practical experience in the inner workings of healthcare administration through a mix of group and individual projects. This role involves deployment to various clinical sites to support our organizational expansion.
What you'll do#
- Learn and apply Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) requirements for team-based care.
- Gain experience in healthcare administration, including finance, fiscal management, and regulatory compliance.
- Use LEAN methodology to drive process improvements and create positive change.
- Develop skills in managing clinic operations, service lines, and supervisory practices.
- Balance the demands of community engagement with government relations and regulations.
- Participate in project work spanning employee relations, clinical quality, reporting, and data analysis.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across departments.
- A valid California driver's license, a reliable car, and an acceptable driving record, as travel between sites is required.
- A demonstrated interest in nonprofit management, community development, and equal access to healthcare.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position based in San Diego, California.
- The salary for this position is $70,304.00 per year.
About Family Health Centers of San Diego
Family Health Centers of San Diego operates as a nonprofit health care organization founded in 1970. It manages more than 90 sites throughout San Diego County to provide medical, dental, and mental health services. The organization serves over 227,000 patients annually, with a focus on low-income and uninsured individuals. It employs approximately 1,484 people.
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