Administrative Director, Part-Time - Dermatology

Role overview

The part-time Administrative Director is accountable for guiding the business and operational work of a small-to-medium department, unit, or business function. The role focuses on setting short- and long-term objectives that align with the Mount Sinai Health System, while also ensuring adherence to relevant federal, state, and city regulations.

Responsibilities

• Guide the creation, interpretation, and execution of current and future policies, procedures, and programs.
• Set department objectives that align with MSMC policies and applicable federal, state, and local rules.
• Partner with the department vice president, chair, or head to shape both near-term and long-range plans.
• Apply and explain policies related to hiring, payroll, appointments, promotions, placement, and onboarding of faculty and/or staff.
• Review and approve reclassifications, new roles, and pay increases, and oversee the performance appraisal process for faculty, professional staff, and biweekly employees.
• Supervise management staff to ensure established practices are followed, new policies are rolled out, and employees stay informed about updates and standards.
• Maintain compliance with safety, insurance, and ethical requirements affecting patients, employees, and property, and develop contingency plans for possible risks.
• Promote cooperation across divisions to support operational execution and strong communication between functional areas.
• Prepare budget requirements by evaluating short- and long-term program plans, and may work with the Finance Director to complete the annual budget and monitor financial performance.
• Ensure the department has the financial systems needed to operate effectively and remains compliant with MS Health System policies and procedures.
• Implement quality assurance initiatives and oversee monitoring efforts to meet standards set by accrediting bodies such as JCAHO, CARF, and New York State and City Department of Health.
• Chair departmental committees and take part in hospital committees when assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred, along with relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in healthcare finance or administration.
• Background in strategic planning and execution, policy development, financial planning, resource management, and team leadership.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $48.8235 to $73.2352. Final compensation may vary based on experience, education, and operational needs. This range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

Employer overview

Mount Sinai Health System is a large academic medical system in the New York metro area, with over 48,000 employees across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, over 300 laboratories, a school of nursing, and a major school of medicine and graduate education. The organization is focused on advancing health for all through research, education, innovation, and high-quality care. It also emphasizes community support, integrated care across the full patient journey, and the use of technologies such as artificial intelligence and informatics.

Inclusion and equal opportunity

The organization is committed to a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to contribute to excellence. It promotes fair access to opportunity, inclusive practices, and a culture of collaboration, respect, continuous learning, and professional growth. The employer is also an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.