Manager, Physician Fees

The AMA is recruiting for the new position of Manager, Fees. As a member of the Physician Compensation and Economics team, the Manager, Fees will play a critical role in ensuring that AMA initiatives are supported through compensation strategy and policy development on behalf of Alberta physicians.

**Who are we?**

**Why work for the AMA?**

At the AMA, we know that employees are fundamental to our success as an organization. We take pride in hiring client-oriented relationship builders who embrace teamwork, personal growth and development and truly want to help us succeed. As part of our employee experience, we provide a competitive compensation package, benefits, work-life balance and development opportunities.

**Position Overview**

Reporting to the Senior Advisor, Policy and Economics, this role manages AMA’s physician billing education program, including overseeing the development and delivery of virtual and in-person physician billing education sessions related to the Schedule of Medical Benefits (SOMB) and billing for uninsured services.

The Manager provides advanced billing advice, advocacy and support to physicians regarding billings and payments for SOMB and uninsured services. The Manager, Fees, will also provide leadership and direct supervision of a Fees Specialist.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manages AMA’s physician billing education program. Including overseeing the development and delivery of virtual and in-person physician billing education sessions related to the Schedule of Medical Benefits (SOMB) and billing for uninsured services.
- Provides advice and support to physicians and clinic staff in fee-for-service and alternative-to-FFS compensation arrangements, ensuring correct billing practices.
- Provides recommendations for additions and amendments to the SOMB to ensure accurate billing and stewardship of health resources.
- Collaborates with and/or provides advice to other branches/team members in relation to physician practice issues relating to compensation and billing.
- Provides advice, options and recommendations related to the Schedule of Medical Benefits or other physician payment issues with internal and external stakeholders including AH and WCB.
- Supervision of staff person, including assigning work, coaching/mentoring, entitlement management, conflict resolution, training and development, etc.
- Complete and/or support the preparation of documentation to request the addition of new health service codes to the fee schedule. This occurs with new technology and changes in practice patterns.

**Education and Experience**
- Undergraduate/Bachelor’s degree in business, health or related field.
- Five years’ experience within healthcare with preference given to individuals with Alberta Health claims’ experience.
- Comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of the Schedule of Medical Benefits including management and analysis of fee‑for‑service schedules.
- Clinical experience as a front-line health care worker would be an asset.
- People management experience is an asset.
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of the Alberta Health Care Insurance Act, the Alberta Health Care Insurance Regulations the Canada Health Act, other provincial fee schedules and the WCB Act and Regulations.

**Skills**:

- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain relationships and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Proven leadership and people management skills; ability to motivate, coach and develop team members(s); promote cohesion and teamwork; willingness to listen and learn from others.
- Proven organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing and concurrent priorities and tasks, within tight time frames.
- Excellent communication skills include the ability to tailor materials and complex information into clear, understandable terms for diverse audiences.
- Proficient facilitation skills to engage the audience and encourage active participation.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to analyse problems, gather information and suggest options and/or solutions.
- The ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative relationships with the physician leadership, executives, key external stakeholders and business partners.

**How to apply**:
The salary for this role is between $99,182 - $128,937 per annum.

Pay: $99,182.00-$128,937.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T5N 3Z1

Application deadline: 2025-08-04