Practice Manager 1 - Infectious Disease Clinic

St. Luke's Health System • Boise, ID

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About The Position

At St. Luke’s, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, promotes collaboration, and prioritizes employee well-being. Our commitment to excellence in patient care extends to creating an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive community of colleagues, St. Luke’s is truly a great place to work. What to Expect: The Infectious Disease Practice Manager will oversee the operations of the Infectious Disease Clinic, ensuring that patient care is delivered safely, efficiently, and with a strong focus on infection control and patient-centered outcomes. This role is critical in supporting providers who manage complex cases involving communicable diseases, antimicrobial stewardship, and hospital-based consults. The manager will implement operational plans aligned with strategic initiatives and regulatory requirements specific to infectious disease care. The position oversees 3–5 direct reports and partners with 10 clinical providers across three hospitals and one outpatient clinic (all located within the Treasure Valley).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree + 0 years OR Associate's degree + 2 years OR HS Diploma/GED + 4 years

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance & Infection Control Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations, including CDC, OSHA, and Joint Commission standards, as well as infection prevention protocols and isolation procedures.
• Operational Leadership Develop and execute short- and long-term goals for the infectious disease practice, focusing on efficiency, patient safety, and quality metrics such as antimicrobial stewardship and hospital-acquired infection reduction.
• Staff & Provider Coordination Manage clinic staff, resolve operational issues, and maintain strong communication with infectious disease physicians, advanced practice providers, and hospital teams to support consults and outpatient care.
• Budget & Resource Management Administer the practice budget, monitor utilization of specialized resources (e.g., infusion services, isolation rooms), and optimize scheduling for high-demand consults.
• Process Improvement Establish and refine workflows for complex patient populations, including immunocompromised individuals and those requiring long-term antibiotic therapy, to improve care coordination and reduce readmissions.
• Cross-Functional Expertise Apply knowledge in healthcare management, compliance, epidemiology, human resources, and strategic planning to support the unique needs of infectious disease care delivery.
• Other Duties Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of providing safe, evidence-based infectious disease care.

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings.
• We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees