- Working closely with various stakeholders within Alberta Blue Cross, Alberta Health Services, Specialty Suppliers/Vendors, Alberta Health IT and our outsourced IT partners (IBM) to develop, align and implement program policies and procedures. The business unit acts as a support function for the entire program.
- Leading and participating in projects both internally and with external stakeholders to support the AADL program.
- Managing the Alberta Blue Cross administration of AADL claims and authorizations and contracts/grants processes.
- Defining service and outcome standards for the business unit and its functions.
- Maintaining awareness and responding to stakeholder needs related to the ABC online health portal; working towards continual improvement through feedback from end user experience.
- Developing program budgets, annual and monthly forecasts, accruals, costing and vendor contract/grant administration.
- Providing expert leadership and support to the Ministry, other government sectors, provincial and regional health providers and other affiliated stakeholders, including vendors and authorizers, both inside and outside of the health sector regarding the AADL program.
- Effectively managing human resource policies and practices in the recruitment, utilization, retention and development of AADL staff so that the business operational services of the program are delivered successfully.
- Managing staff of the Business Unit on performance management, adherence to policies and procedures, and the collective agreement.
Business Unit Manager - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta
Description
Job Information
Job Title: Business Unit Manager
Job Requisition ID: 55995
Ministry: Health
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: May 3, 2024
Classification: Manager Zone 2
Salary: $3,147.32 to $4,235.37 bi-weekly ($82,145 - $110,543/year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:
The Ministry of Health leads work in the areas of Alberta health insurance and benefits, doctors, hospitals and facilities, and other healthcare supports and information. For more information on the work Alberta Health does, visit this link:
Pharmaceutical and Supplementary Division engages in policy development to support the governance, oversight and administration of the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP), remuneration systems and claims processing for physicians and allied health professionals, and interprovincial reciprocal financial arrangements. The Division designs and delivers community-based supplementary health benefit programs on behalf of Albertans requiring pharmaceutical, chiropractic, optical, dental and other medical supports (e.g., wheelchairs, prosthetics, oxygen, medical/surgical supplies, etc.). These programs include prescription drug coverage primarily for seniors and low-income Albertans, as well as clinical pharmacy services such as pharmacist-administered vaccinations. We also provide leadership to national and provincial organizations to ensure accountable and appropriate delivery of blood, organ and tissue donation.
The Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) program is responsible for assisting over 100,000 Albertans in maintaining independence in their home or home-like setting, through the provision of basic medical equipment and/or supplies.
Role Responsibilities
Do you want to effectively lead a team in managing and implementing the Government of Alberta's AADL programs? If this sounds like the opportunity you are waiting for, please join our dynamic team
Reporting to the Director of Supplementary Health Benefits (AADL), your role as the Business Unit Manager position is responsible for the financial management, administration and monitoring of the program's financial resources, budget process, and monitoring of the third party (Alberta Blue Cross) delivery of administrative functions.
You will also be responsible for program IT and policy support functions through the supervision of unit supervisors. Furthermore, you will be responsible for leading, developing and participating in complex, strategic programs and projects related to Business Unit Functions as it relates to supporting the overall AADL program including:
APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.