Practice Manager, RN- Whitefield Clinic (Full Time)

North Country HealthCare, Inc.; Whitefield (NH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

North Country Healthcare in New Hampshire seeks a Practice Manager to oversee daily operations across multiple practices. You will collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care and drive quality-improvement initiatives.

The role requires 3–5 years of healthcare leadership, an AS/BS nursing degree with NH RN licensure, and relevant certifications; travel reimbursement may be provided as needed. Competitive hourly pay is offered.

Qualifications

• AS/BS degree in nursing is required.
• NH RN license is required.
• Certifications in healthcare management are a plus.
• BLS or Heartsaver CPR AED certification with renewal on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of multiple affiliated medical practices.
• Develop staff through education, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Manage overhead, staffing, and budgets to ensure cost-effective care.
• Ensure providers meet contracted patient hours and maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with medical staff and leadership on strategic initiatives.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and high standards of practice.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Healthcare operations

Staff management

Education

AS/BS Nursing degree

Job description

About North Country Healthcare (NCH)

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a leader in a management position this role emphasizes advancing High-Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and consistent high performance.

About North Country Healthcare (NCH)

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a leader in a management position this role emphasizes advancing High-Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and consistent high performance.

Position Summary

The Practice Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of multiple affiliated medical practices within NCH. The role involves collaborating with clinical, operational, and medical staff to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, patient-centric care. The Practice Manager will develop and implement quality improvement plans, manage overhead expenses, and ensure providers meet their contracted patient hours. Supervision responsibilities include the development of staff through education, coaching, and performance reviews, under the guidance of the management. This role requires a commitment to developing and maintaining high standards of practice, policy, and procedure to ensure exceptional care delivery within the specialty services division.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $42.29/hr - $52.87/hr - $57.10/hr. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's applicable experience, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Education

• An AS/BS degree in nursing required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Certification

• Relevant certifications in healthcare management are a plus
• state of NH RN license

Licensure

• Association* accredited course in Basic Life Support (BLS) (for clinical staff), or Heartsaver CPR AED (for nonclinical staff), and renewal on a regular basis, with up to a three-month grace period after the expiration date.

Skills

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficient in budgeting and financial management
• Understanding of healthcare operations and regulatory requirements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and teams effectively
• Proficiency in using HR and timekeeping systems

Work Experience

Essential Functions

• Prior healthcare leadership experience of 3-5 years is required
• 3 year of outpatient office experience preferred
• Manage overall clinics and administrative functions of assigned practices.
• Collaborate with medical staff and practice leadership to ensure patient, provider, and staff needs are met.
• Complete annual RHC program evaluations for designated practices under the Director of Specialty Care's direction.
• Create and maintain a positive work environment through effective communication, including monthly staff meetings.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels for smooth practice operations.
• Oversee quality monitoring and improvement, focusing on patient, staff, and provider satisfaction and adherence to quality indicators.
• Work with teams to ensure timely patient appointments.
• Promote effective customer and physician relations, responding promptly to event reports.
• Ensure appropriate clinical chart audits per policy and requests from internal and external sources.
• Collaborate with NCH and AVH staff on strategic initiatives under the Director of Specialty Care's supervision.
• Function as an effective management team member.
• Utilize Quorum productivity measures to benchmark and improve practice performance.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies and maintain a state of constant preparedness.
• Establish and work towards annual Leader Evaluation Management (LEM) goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned, supporting departmental and organizational objectives.

Non-essential Functions

• Performs additional duties as assigned.
• Adheres to facility Values, Service Excellence and Standards of Excellence.

Please Note:

All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. This orientation provides essential training, compliance information, and an introduction to our organizational culture to ensure a smooth and successful transition into your role. Attendance on all three days is required for onboarding completion.

Additionally, if Weeks Medical Center is not your designated home base, you will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with our standard travel policy.