Cardio Practice Manager - Lead Operations & Strategy

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Sr. Practice Manager for the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute to oversee complex clinical programs, supervise both clinical and administrative staff, and coordinate operations across sites.

In this role you will lead front-line teams, optimize staffing and resource allocation, manage budgets and data flow to the Central Office, and participate in committees while providing strategic financial analysis to support patient access and provider productivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 5 years health care experience.
• At least 2 years management experience.
• Experience in a clinical environment and outpatient setting.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage front-line staff including interviewing, hiring, training, progressive discipline, dismissals, performance appraisals, and employee relations.
• Schedule staff and allocate resources across hours of operation to maximize patient access and satisfaction, provider productivity and efficiency.
• Conduct supply purchasing within budget using the Group’s online system.
• Report monthly productivity results to providers and staff.
• Ensure data collection and entry accuracy and facilitate flow of information to NMG’s Central Office.
• Serve on corporate committees and task forces.
• Provide financial analysis to support planning and cash flow management; review variance explanations.
• Communicate budget and variance information to professional staff.
• Identify training needs and developmental opportunities for staff.
• Set priorities, timelines and accountabilities to improve resource use and foster a productive environment.
• Collaborate with senior management to define performance goals and monitor progress.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Healthcare experience

Management experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or MHA preferred

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Sr. Practice Manager for the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute to oversee complex clinical programs, supervise both clinical and administrative staff, and coordinate operations across sites.

In this role you will lead front-line teams, optimize staffing and resource allocation, manage budgets and data flow to the Central Office, and participate in committees while providing strategic financial analysis to support patient access and provider productivity.