Clinic Manager - Orthopedics

Lifepoint Health • Clyde, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. At Western Carolina Orthopaedic Specialists, we're committed to delivering exceptional orthopaedic care with a personalized approach and a focus on patient satisfaction. Our board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians combine state-of-the-art techniques with proven standards of care to treat a wide range of orthopaedic conditions. Our services include foot and ankle surgery, general orthopaedics, joint replacement surgery, sports medicine, and upper extremity care. We take pride in serving our community with professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to outstanding patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education.
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience managing clinic operations, physician practices, ambulatory services, or related healthcare environments.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare operations, scheduling, staffing, patient flow, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and work collaboratively with physicians and healthcare professionals.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and standard business software applications.

Nice To Haves

• Previous physician practice management experience.
• Cardiology clinic experience strongly preferred. Candidates with specialty practice, ambulatory care, or primary care management experience will also be considered.
• Experience onboarding physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Experience supporting practice growth, community outreach, provider relations, or service line expansion initiatives.
• Experience with Athena EMR preferred.
• Experience managing multiple clinic locations or specialty service lines preferred.
• Demonstrated success in process improvement, employee engagement, and operational excellence initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership for the Cardiology Clinic, ensuring efficient workflows, exceptional patient experiences, and high-quality service delivery.
• Supervise, coach, develop, and evaluate clinic staff, including nursing, clinical support, and front office personnel.
• Coordinate provider schedules, call schedules, and clinic coverage to support operational efficiency and patient access.
• Assist with hospital charge entry, provider support activities, and practice administration functions.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and integration of new providers and staff members.
• Establish clear expectations, workflows, and performance standards for clinic personnel and providers.
• Monitor clinic operations, productivity, and performance metrics and implement process improvements as needed.
• Partner with physicians, advanced practice providers, and hospital leadership to support strategic growth initiatives.
• Develop and implement outreach, marketing, and community engagement activities to increase awareness of cardiology services and expand referral relationships.
• Collaborate closely with Cardiopulmonary Services and other departments to ensure seamless patient care and operational alignment.
• Maintain regulatory compliance with organizational policies, healthcare regulations, and privacy standards.
• Monitor departmental expenses and resource utilization while maintaining fiscal responsibility and budget awareness.
• Prepare reports, maintain operational documentation, and support practice performance initiatives.
• Assist with expansion efforts, including new provider onboarding, satellite clinic development, and future specialty service growth opportunities.
• Participate in planning and implementation activities related to future clinic expansion, including potential nephrology services.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period
• Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid family leave
• Paid time off
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance
• Loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement package and company match
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs)
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level