Hospital Administration Job in Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Full Time Date: 14 June 2024

Job description

Strategic Planning: Develop strategic goals, objectives, and plans for the hospital in collaboration with senior management, medical staff, and stakeholders. Establish long-term strategies to improve patient outcomes, enhance operational efficiency, and achieve organizational growth and sustainability. Financial Management: Oversee the financial operations of the hospital, including budgeting, financial planning, revenue cycle management, and expense control. Monitor financial performance, analyze key financial metrics, and implement strategies to optimize revenue generation and cost containment. Human Resources Management: Recruit, hire, train, and supervise administrative staff, healthcare professionals, and support personnel. Develop and implement policies and procedures related to staffing, employee relations, performance management, and compliance with labor laws and regulations. Quality Improvement: Implement quality improvement initiatives and programs to enhance patient safety, clinical outcomes, and patient satisfaction. Monitor and evaluate quality indicators, clinical processes, and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement evidence-based practices and interventions. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and healthcare regulations at the local, state, and federal levels. Maintain accreditation from organizations such as The Joint Commission (TJC) or the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) through ongoing compliance and accreditation readiness activities. Patient Services: Oversee patient services departments such as admissions, registration, medical records, and patient relations to ensure efficient and patient-centered care delivery. Develop and implement strategies to improve the patient experience, facilitate patient access to care, and resolve patient complaints or concerns. Facilities Management: Manage hospital facilities, infrastructure, and support services such as maintenance, housekeeping, security, and biomedical engineering. Ensure that facilities are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with regulatory standards and environmental regulations. Information Technology (IT) Management: Oversee the implementation and maintenance of healthcare information systems, electronic health records (EHR), and technology infrastructure to support clinical and administrative operations. Ensure data security, privacy, and interoperability of healthcare IT systems. Community Relations and Outreach: Foster positive relationships with patients, families, caregivers, and the community through effective communication, community outreach programs, and patient education initiatives. Enhance the hospital's reputation and visibility in the community through engagement with stakeholders and participation in community events. Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Management: Develop and implement emergency preparedness plans and protocols to ensure the hospital's readiness to respond to emergencies, disasters, and public health crises. Coordinate emergency response efforts with local authorities, healthcare partners, and disaster response agencies. Ethics and Compliance: Promote ethical standards and values in healthcare delivery, research, and decision-making. Ensure adherence to ethical principles, professional standards, and legal requirements in all aspects of hospital operations and decision-making processes. Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and learning within the hospital organization. Encourage staff involvement in quality improvement initiatives, research projects, and innovation programs to drive organizational excellence and advancement in healthcare delivery.