What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Medical Practice Specialist position at unm?
The Department of Internal Medicine is seeking a Senior Medical Practice Specialist to provide critical operational, analytical, and compliance-focused support within the Office of Quality, Safety, and Clinical Affairs (QSCO). This position plays a key role in evaluating, developing, and overseeing business processes related to clinical billing, documentation, revenue cycle integrity, and workflow optimization across multiple divisions and clinical locations.
The Specialist ensures that departmental operations comply with federal and state billing regulations, payer requirements, institutional policies, and audit expectations. The role performs advanced data analysis, identifies areas of risk or inefficiency, and implements solutions that strengthen revenue capture, documentation accuracy, operational performance, and regulatory compliance.
This position requires strong analytical skills, extensive knowledge of medical billing and reimbursement practices, and the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, clinical leaders, compliance partners, and administrative staff to support high-quality, compliant, and efficient clinical operations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
- In-depth knowledge of billing regulations, compliance standards, and documentation requirements
- Ability to evaluate and improve workflows and operational processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including training and presentation abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple units and clinical environments
- High level of accuracy, professionalism, and discretion
The Department of Internal Medicine is a large, progressive department with a diverse staff working in dedicated teams to provide quality work in an organized, effective, and efficient manner through innovation, training, and education. Through our collaborative work effort, we support the faculty and enhance the missions of the department, school, Health Sciences Center, and University.