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Business Support Manager

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab · Chicago, IL · $47,300–$78,700 a year · Full time

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about an office process you analyzed and improved.

What they are checking: Whether they can study how work flows, find the weak spots and make a measurable improvement.

Tell me about a time you had to introduce a change that your team didn't like.

What they are checking: Whether they can lead change by explaining the reason and listening to concerns.

How do you connect administrative work to the hospital's mission of helping patients?

What they are checking: Whether they see support work as part of patient care and can help their team see it too.

What would you do

You'll supervise administrative support staff and manage their workflow and coverage. How do you keep the work covered when someone calls off?

What they are checking: Whether they plan cross-training and backup so office operations do not stop when one person is out.

How do you decide whether an employee needs coaching or a more formal performance conversation?

What they are checking: Whether they handle staff performance fairly and step up when coaching is not enough.

Two staff members both want the same week off. How do you decide?

What they are checking: Whether they apply clear, fair rules to scheduling rather than playing favorites.

A physician complains that the front desk isn't treating their patients well. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they listen, investigate and fix customer service problems while supporting their staff fairly.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd handle payroll preparation for your team so errors don't slip through.

What they are checking: Whether they have a careful process for payroll accuracy, since mistakes directly affect people's paychecks.

How would you organize filing and records for a clinical or research department so things can be found quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they can set up record systems that are reliable and respect privacy rules in a hospital.

How do you manage supply requisitions so the office doesn't run out but doesn't over-order either?

What they are checking: Whether they track usage and plan purchasing with care for cost and availability.

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The full job description

As published by Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together. Job Description Summary The Business Support Manager will analyze, organize and direct office operations and procedures such as record keeping, preparation of payroll, information management, filing systems, requisition of supplies, customer service, scheduling and other clerical services. Responsible for efficiently managing workflow, scheduling and coverage for assigned administrative support staff. Supervises at least two administrative support staff. The Business Support Manager will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute. The Business Support Manager will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties. Job Description The Business Support Manager: Oversees daily office operations including record keeping, payroll preparation, information management, physician authentication, vendor payment processing, filing systems, requisition of supplies, customer service, scheduling and other clerical services. Responds to legal requests for billing records from attorney and legal agencies, ensuring that all HIPAA requirements have been met and HIPAA consents obtained as needed prior to release of information. Develops and maintains systems and procedures for record keeping, retrieval and reporting. Reviews and updates departmental/operating group policies relevant to assigned responsibilities. Performs record keeping and file maintenance, processing Human Resources documentation regarding certification for therapist to HFS (IDPA) for non-reimbursable/reimbursable license request. Performs bookkeeping functions including entering invoices into the Workday system for vendors and service requests requiring payments. Validates referring physicians through compliance directed websites (The Department of Health and Human Services/Office of the Inspector General, the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation, and the State of Illinois Health and Family Services) to ensure compliance by the hospital with state and federal requirement Prepares forms, form letters, correspondence, memos, and presentations and other reports. Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. Reporting Relationships Reports directly to the Director Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Associates Degree in business or office management required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Plus the equivalent of three to five years office management experience including supervision of staff. High level of proficiency in keyboarding skills, and application of a variety of complex computer PC software, including word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and databases. Ability to use office equipment (photocopying, fax machine, calculator, multiline telephone, etc.). Math ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, commissions, percentages and volume. Ability to apply basic accounting principles, such as balance sheets, debits and credits. Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills necessary to interact on a daily basis with internal and external customers and ability to direct staff. Ability to read, analyze and interpret data in order to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of internal and external customers. Ability to write reports and general business correspondence. Advanced organizational skills necessary to efficiently prioritize and complete a variety of tasks and provide leadership. Ability to exercise independent judgment in assigned area of responsibility. Working Conditions Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Pay and Benefits*: Pay Range: $47,300.00 - $78,700.00 Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits *Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law. EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law - Know Your Rights | View our Full Policy Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.

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