Rural Health Clinic Lead — Operations & Quality

Colusa Medical Center; Williams (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Colusa Medical Center is seeking a Clinics Lead to oversee daily clinic operations and administration, ensuring efficient delivery of healthcare services. The role requires strong leadership, clinical knowledge, and administrative expertise to support rural communities.

The position manages clinical and administrative staff, enforces HIPAA and Medicare guidelines, and drives quality improvement while maintaining patient flow and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policy and procedure manuals, etc.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization and have excellent customer service skills.
• Utilizes a wide variety of computer systems effectively.
• Familiarity with telephone and personal computers.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to clinical staff, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and medical assistants.
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, guidelines, and best practices to maintain high standards of patient care.
• Monitor patient flow and clinic operations to optimize efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Oversee administrative functions such as scheduling, billing, and medical records management.
• Implement and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, Medicare guidelines).
• Collaborate with the billing department to maximize reimbursement and ensure accurate coding and billing practices.
• Recruit, train, and mentor clinical and administrative staff.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to support staff professional development.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, open communication, and continuous learning.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and patient safety.
• Monitor and analyze clinical data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and other patient safety standards.
• Serve as a liaison between the clinic and the community, promoting healthcare services and addressing community health needs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local stakeholders, including patients, community organizations, and healthcare partners.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Communication

EHR proficiency

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

EHR systems

Healthcare management software

Job description

Colusa Medical Center is seeking a Clinics Lead to oversee daily clinic operations and administration, ensuring efficient delivery of healthcare services. The role requires strong leadership, clinical knowledge, and administrative expertise to support rural communities.

The position manages clinical and administrative staff, enforces HIPAA and Medicare guidelines, and drives quality improvement while maintaining patient flow and satisfaction.