Clinic Manager

SEARHC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

SEARHC seeks a Clinic Manager to lead administrative and clinical teams, drive efficient operations, and ensure high-quality patient care at clinics across Southeast Alaska.

You will oversee schedules, staffing, and interdepartmental collaboration while aligning with strategic goals and regulatory standards. This role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2 years higher education in health care administration, public health, nursing, or similar field providing clinic administration knowledge.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Certification through MGMA or similar organization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads administrative and clinical staff in planning, developing, and implementing efficient clinic operations.
• Develops and implements policies to enhance staff performance and ensure compliance with standards.
• Oversees daily clinic operations, scheduling, capacity, and staffing to meet patient access targets.
• Manages patient access, referrals, and collaboration with departments.
• Collaborates on budgeting and financial resource optimization to deliver cost-effective services.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative skills

Supervisory skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

MS Office

Education

2 years higher education in health care administration/public health/nursing

Bachelor's Degree preferred

MGMA certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

## Clinic ManagerApplylocations: AK - Klawocktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR102330Pay Range:$50.14 - $70.35The Clinic Manager is a dynamic leader responsible for overseeing and optimizing all daily operations of the clinic to ensure high-quality patient care and operational excellence. This role manages staffing, facilities, and critical infrastructure while fostering seamless collaboration with departments such as patient access, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, facilities, marketing, etc. The Clinic Manager partners with clinical leadership and grant managers on strategic projects and initiatives, driving operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and alignment with organizational goals.SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.**Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job****Leadership and Staff Management*** Leads administrative and clinical staff in planning, developing, and implementing efficient clinic operations, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.* Develops and implements policies and procedures to enhance staff performance and ensure compliance with organizational standards.* Facilitates regular team meetings and huddles to promote engagement, alignment with strategic goals, and effective communication across all levels.* Provides mentorship and professional development opportunities, identifying training needs and coordinating participation in organization-wide programs.**Operational Oversight*** Oversees daily clinic operations, including schedule accuracy, capacity management compliance, and staffing levels, to meet patient access and visit volume targets in alignment with organizational guidelines and provider contractual obligations.* Monitors and optimizes clinic schedules to ensure provider availability and adherence to approved templates, maintaining operational efficiency.* Serves as the primary on-site contact for facility-related matters, managing emergencies, tours, and high-level communications in collaboration with the Director of Primary Care.**Patient and Community Engagement*** Acts as a liaison between staff, leadership, and patients, incorporating feedback into clinic policies to enhance patient satisfaction and care quality.* Oversees Patient Care Coordinators to ensure effective patient outreach, referral management, and compliance with primary care referral processes.**Strategic and Financial Management*** Collaborates with the Medical Lead and Director of Primary Care to integrate clinical feedback into healthcare planning and strategic initiatives.* Aligns clinic operations with SEARHC’s Strategic Plan, Key Performance Indicators, and regulatory standards (e.g., HRSA, DNV), leading quality improvement initiatives to address operational challenges.* Assists in developing and managing the annual clinic budget, optimizing personnel and financial resources to deliver cost-effective healthcare services.**Other Duties*** Performs additional responsibilities as assigned to support clinic and organizational objectives.**Supervisory Responsibilities*** Provides direct supervision to Patient Care Coordinators and indirect oversight to clinical and administrative staff at the clinic to ensure alignment with operational and strategic goals.* Conducts performance evaluations, fosters professional development, and ensures accountability for delivering high-quality patient care and operational efficiency.* Responsible for managing clinic budgets for practices conducting between 4,000-20,000 E&M patient visits annually.**Additional Details:****Education,** **Certifications, and Licenses Required*** 2 years higher education in health care administration, public health, nursing, or similar field that provides the skills and knowledge base for clinic administration and organization.* Bachelors Degree Preferred* Certification through the Medical Group Management Association or similar organization is preferred.* Manager Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years* **Experience Required*** 3 years of health care management experience in addition to higher education* 5 years of health care management experience in lieu of education**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:****Knowledge of*** In-depth knowledge of clinic practice management including staffing and clinic organization, scheduling, and patient flow.* Working knowledge of the revenue cycle, facilities, and other infrastructure areas impacting the clinic.* Knowledge of quality and accreditation, CMS, HIPAA, DNV and/or other governing body regulations.* Knowledge of liability and risk management principles.**Skills in*** Administrative, supervisory, and organizational skills.* Strong oral and written communication skills.* Interpersonal skills including cultural sensitivity.* Detailed knowledge of EHR and other software as it relates to job function**Ability to*** Make informed decisions to solve complex problems, mitigate risks and ensure success of projects/operations* Mediate and resolve conflicts.* Recruit and retain qualified staff.**Computer** **Skills:*** Proficient in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint**Other Qualifications:** **Travel Required:*** Travel required between clinics. Potential to travel for training opportunities**Position Information:**Work Shift:Exempt