Office Manager

PATH Behavioral Healthcare; Slidell (LA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PATH Behavioral Healthcare in Slidell, LA seeks a full-time Office Manager to oversee daily front-office operations, scheduling, and client flow.

You will supervise administrative staff, manage billing and insurance paperwork, maintain accurate records, support onboarding, and partner with clinical leadership to ensure smooth, compliant, client-centered clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Proven office administration experience with scheduling and records management.
• Experience supervising administrative staff and delegating tasks.
• Familiarity with EHR or practice management systems; willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced clinic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and staff.
• Basic understanding of healthcare billing and HIPAA compliance.
• Ability to work in a hybrid role, commuting to Slidell, LA and some remote work.
• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front-office operations and appointment scheduling.
• Supervise administrative staff and manage workflows.
• Coordinate billing and insurance paperwork.
• Maintain records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support onboarding and training of administrative team.
• Partner with clinical leadership on staffing and facilities.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and staff.

Skills

Scheduling

Records management

Front-desk operations

Supervising administrative staff

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business/healthcare administration or related field

Tools

Office software

EHR/Practice management systems

Job description

Company Description PATH Behavioral Healthcare provides outpatient behavioral health services for children, adults, couples, families, and groups, offering care tailored to individual needs and circumstances. Our collaborative programs focus on connecting clients to personalized care and resources that can significantly improve their quality of life. PATH operates conveniently located clinics in Ohio, Utah, Louisiana, and Wyoming, increasing access to mental and behavioral health support across multiple communities. Our clinical teams specialize in treating a wide range of conditions, including anxiety, mood, personality, psychotic, and physical-related disorders, as well as eating disorders, impulse control and addictions, OCD, PTSD, family challenges, and sexual trauma. Team members at PATH work in an interdisciplinary environment dedicated to compassionate, evidence-informed care and long-term wellness.

Role Description The Office Manager at PATH Behavioral Healthcare is a full-time role based in Slidell, LA. This position oversees daily front-office operations, including managing appointment scheduling, supervising administrative staff, monitoring office workflows, and ensuring an efficient, welcoming environment for clients and clinicians. The Office Manager coordinates billing and insurance-related paperwork, maintains accurate records, and supports compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. This role also manages office supplies and equipment, assists with onboarding and training of administrative team members, and partners with clinical leadership to support staffing, communication, and facility needs. The Office Manager serves as a key contact for clients and staff, addressing inquiries, resolving operational issues, and promoting smooth, client-centered clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in office administration, including scheduling, records management, and general front-desk operations.
• Experience supervising or leading administrative staff, with the ability to delegate, coach, and support team performance.
• Proficiency with office software and electronic health record or practice management systems, or willingness to learn quickly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interacting with clients, staff, and external partners.
• Basic understanding of healthcare billing and insurance processes is preferred; experience in behavioral health or medical settings is a plus.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, ethical standards, and compliance with HIPAA and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, reliably commuting to Slidell, LA while managing some responsibilities remotely.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field is preferred.
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills highly expected.