Practice Manager

Acuity Eye Group • La Quinta, CA

92d

About The Position

A Practice manager is responsible for the daily operations of a medical office or clinic, from managing staff to handling patient interactions. Duties include assisting with the onboarding process of new hires, providing training for staff, ensuring compliance obligations are met and handling patient complaints and concerns effectively. A Practice Manager also must demonstrate excellent customer service, strong leadership and organizational skills. Ensures Acuity physicians are satisfied; responds to and resolves issues immediately. Develops team through effective leadership, coaching, and mentoring. Responsible for managing the scheduling of office staff to ensure the office has appropriate coverage. Responsible for ensuring their team maintains an appropriate and adequate clinical supply and inventory in the office, while simultaneously remaining fiscally responsible. Supports and champions Company Core Values, communication, practices, and initiatives at their office location(s).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare management, business, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of related work and staff management experience.
• Operational management knowledge of retail or medical offices and best practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as an Office Manager and/or experience in the Ophthalmic industry.
• Experience with electronic practice management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees patient census for assigned office.
• Monitors and adjusts clinic performance, patient flow, expenditures and doctor schedules to ensure optimal staffing levels.
• Prepares and controls the clinic budget aiming for minimum expenditure and efficiency.
• Develops, implements, and maintains budgetary and resource allocation plans.
• Participates in planning and implementation of regional and company goals, programs and objectives, personnel, resources and equipment/supplies.
• Partners with DFO, Doctors and clinic staff to create an accountable environment where patient care comes first.
• Organizes, manages and coordinates all operational and administrative processes.
• Manages support staff; organizes and oversees clinic schedules and assignments to meet operational needs.
• Participates in Human Resources related functions, including talent acquisition, talent management, and timekeeping/attendance.
• Provides effective leadership. Coaches, develops, mentors, evaluates, and counsels staff.
• Delegates responsibilities to the best employees to perform them while enforcing all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, training programs, and cultural values.
• Resolves internal staff conflicts efficiently and to the mutual benefit of those involved.
• Fosters team member engagement and development of corporate culture.
• Leads daily huddles and at least one office meeting per month to communicate updates and dialogue with team.
• Ability to perform Front Office and Back Office duties if needs arise to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Works with the Compliance Department to conduct required compliance audits for office.
• Maintains strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations.
• Provides feedback regarding specific tactics that change outcomes.
• Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policies.
• Keeps commitments and keeps direct supervisor informed of work progress, timetables, and issues.
• Maintains strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations.
• Performs other related duties or ad hoc reporting as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Valid Driver’s License

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees