Associate Specialist, Business Operations

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Associate Business Operations Specialist involves supporting the development and implementation of project and program goals, objectives, and strategies in alignment with Health Services’ strategic priorities. This includes assisting in the development and maintenance of detailed project plans, coordinating and facilitating project meetings, and providing guidance and resources to project team members for smooth execution. The Associate Business Operations Specialist will monitor project progress, identify potential issues or risks, and collaborate with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies, ensuring that project milestones and deliverables are completed on time and within budget. They will also prepare project status reports and documentation, maintain project records, and support the project closeout process by conducting lessons learned sessions and archiving project files. Additionally, the Associate Business Operations Specialist will monitor project and program progress and outcomes, collect and analyze data for measurement and improvement purposes, facilitate communication and collaboration among team members, and foster relationships with stakeholders. Active participation in financial validation, data analysis, and project controls is expected, and the Associate Business Operations Specialist will perform any other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Health Administration, or other health-related field required.

• Master’s Degree in Business, Public Health, or Health Administration preferred. 

• Minimum of 2 years of experience partnering with cross-functional operational and clinical leaders in designing, planning, implementing, and monitoring initiatives, programs, or projects to improve patient or customer outcomes required.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare process improvement, project management, change management, staff development, or business integration is highly desired.  

Compensation

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days 
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.