Oncology Surgical Practice Manager | Operations & Finance Leader

Northwesternmedicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Practice Manager to lead the front-line staff in an outpatient clinical setting. The role emphasizes hiring, training, scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring data integrity and smooth information flow to the Central Office.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of healthcare experience with strong organizational and analytical skills; MBA or MHA is preferred. It is an on-site role within the Lake Forest area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years healthcare experience.
• Experience in a clinical environment.
• Outpatient setting experience.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage front-line non-exempt staff including interviewing, hiring, training, progressive discipline, dismissals, performance appraisals, and employee relations.
• Schedule staff and allocate resources to maximize patient access and provider productivity.
• Conduct supply purchasing within budget using the online ordering system.
• Report monthly productivity results to providers and staff.
• Ensure data collection and entry accuracy and facilitate information flow to the Central Office.
• Oversee cash management duties, including co-pays, balances, and cash deposits to influence profitability.
• Participate in corporate committees and task forces.
• Provide financial analysis to support planning and cash flow management.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or MHA

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Practice Manager to lead the front-line staff in an outpatient clinical setting. The role emphasizes hiring, training, scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring data integrity and smooth information flow to the Central Office.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of healthcare experience with strong organizational and analytical skills; MBA or MHA is preferred. It is an on-site role within the Lake Forest area.