Position Summary
The Practice & Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the medical practice, ensuring efficient clinical workflows, exceptional patient service, and effective staff management. This role serves as the on-site leader for Medical Assistants, Front Desk, and Call Center staff.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical office operations and clinical workflow management, with experience supervising Medical Assistants and supporting providers in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This position may be filled by an experienced Medical Assistant who has progressed into leadership or a nurse with medical practice management experience.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a medical office setting
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory or management experience
- Strong understanding of clinical operations, patient flow, and medical office workflows
- Experience supervising Medical Assistants and/or clinical support staff
- Experience with Electronic Health Records (eClinicalWorks preferred)
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Medical Assistant, LPN, RN, or equivalent clinical background
- Experience with eClinicalWorks (ECW)
- Knowledge of medical billing processes and revenue cycle operations
- Experience with staff development and performance management
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Operations & Staff Leadership
- Directly supervise Medical Assistants, Front Desk, and Call Center staff.
- Oversee daily clinical operations to ensure efficient patient flow and provider support.
- Develop staffing schedules and ensure appropriate coverage for clinical and administrative functions.
- Assist with interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and training new staff.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching, corrective action, and performance improvement plans as needed.
- Serve as a resource and mentor for Medical Assistants and clinical support staff.
- Monitor and improve clinical workflows, patient throughput, and operational efficiency.
Patient Experience & Quality
- Address and resolve patient concerns and service issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Promote a culture of excellent customer service and patient-centered care.
- Ensure compliance with office policies, procedures, HIPAA, OSHA, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with implementation and monitoring of quality improvement initiatives.
Practice Operations
- Manage day-to-day office operations and facility needs.
- Coordinate ordering and inventory management of medical and office supplies.
- Oversee equipment maintenance and coordinate vendor services as needed.
- Ensure a safe, organized, and professional work environment.
- Collaborate with providers and leadership to identify operational improvements.
EHR & Workflow Management
- Oversee office workflow within the electronic health record system.
- Assist with implementation of workflow enhancements, templates, and process improvements.
- Support staff training related to EHR usage and documentation workflows.
- Experience with eClinicalWorks strongly preferred.
Collaboration with Practice Leadership
- Partner with the remote Practice Director on staffing, budgeting, operational goals, and strategic initiatives.
- Assist with reporting, operational metrics, and performance monitoring.
- Communicate practice needs, challenges, and opportunities for improvement to leadership.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and clinical workflows
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Work Environment
All work is performed within an outpatient medical practice setting.
Experience Requirements
- Medical Office Experience: 5 years (Required)
- Supervisory/Management Experience: 2 years (Required)
- Experience supervising Medical Assistants or Clinical Staff: Preferred
- eClinicalWorks Experience: Preferred
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person