Director of Group Operations

Company: Carolinas MGMA
Location: Whittier
Posted on: May 20, 2025

Job Description:

The Director, Group Operations is responsible for ensuring the continuous and effective operation of all physician group practice offices directly assigned to this position. This may include primary care and/or specialty care locations across various sites. The role involves collaborating with the Chief Operating Officer, front-line managers, and staff to enhance the quality of care, improve financial performance, and boost satisfaction among patients, physicians, and employees.In partnership with medical staff leadership-such as the Senior Medical Director, Physician Department Chairs, and Physician Team Leaders-the Director develops and implements strategic business plans for current and future departments and programs. The role requires leading by example, working with the team to reduce infrastructure costs, and promoting high-value performance. This is a management position.About PIH HealthPIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network serving approximately 3 million residents across Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the San Gabriel Valley. The network includes hospitals, outpatient medical offices, a multispecialty physician group, home healthcare, hospice services, and specialized care in areas such as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care, and emergency services. Recognized nationally for excellence, PIH Health has been acknowledged by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) for best practices, advancements, quality, and healthcare technology. For more information, visit or follow us on , , or .Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal competence
• Team-building, mentoring, and training skills
• Negotiation, confrontation, and facilitation skills
• Proficiency with computers
• Strong organizational skills
• Financial management skills
• Performance improvement skillsMinimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Public Health, or related field; Master's degree preferred
  • At least five years of progressive management experience in physician practices, clinics, or hospital departments
  • Formal lean training preferred
  • Experience managing and motivating effective teams
  • Knowledge of budgeting, contract negotiations, business planning, and practice management/EHR systems preferred
  • Experience leading and implementing projects
  • Experience in relevant medical specialties or residency/medical education operations preferred
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