The Director serves as the Department's operational owner for practice performance (access, scheduling, unit/clinic operations, and practice management). The role partners closely with division ...
The Director serves as the Department's operational owner for practice performance (access, scheduling, unit/clinic operations, and practice management). The role partners closely with division ...
The Director serves as the Department's operational owner for practice performance (access, scheduling, unit/clinic operations, and practice management). The role partners closely with division ...
The Director serves as the Department's operational owner for practice performance (access, scheduling, unit/clinic operations, and practice management). The role partners closely with division ...
The Director serves as the Department's operational owner for practice performance (access, scheduling, unit/clinic operations, and practice management). The role partners closely with division ...
The Director serves as the Department's operational owner for practice performance (access, scheduling, unit/clinic operations, and practice management). The role partners closely with division ...
As a Practice Director in the Management Resources practice, you will lead a team responsible for business development and collaborate with all levels and departments within the organization to ...
As a Practice Director in the Management Resources practice, you will lead a team responsible for business development and collaborate with all levels and departments within the organization to ...
As a Practice Director in the Management Resources practice, you will lead a team responsible for business development and collaborate with all levels and departments within the organization to ...
As a Practice Director in the Management Resources practice, you will lead a team responsible for business development and collaborate with all levels and departments within the organization to ...
Practice Manager - Durham N
Durham, NC · On-site
$60K - $87K/yr
Your medical practice management skills will be put to use to drive business results, and your ... direct supervisory experience (includes hiring, associate development, etc.). A Day in the Life of ...
Practice Manager - Durham N
Durham, NC · On-site
$60K - $87K/yr
Your medical practice management skills will be put to use to drive business results, and your ... direct supervisory experience (includes hiring, associate development, etc.). A Day in the Life of ...
Practice Manager
Cary, NC · On-site
... direct impact every single day. Responsibilities: * Keep our practice running smoothly and ... Knowledge of insurance, billing, and financial management * Tech-savvy with practice software (DSN ...
Practice Manager
Cary, NC · On-site
... direct impact every single day. Responsibilities: * Keep our practice running smoothly and ... Knowledge of insurance, billing, and financial management * Tech-savvy with practice software (DSN ...
Practice Manager
Cary, NC · On-site
... direct impact every single day. Responsibilities: * Keep our practice running smoothly and ... Knowledge of insurance, billing, and financial management * Tech-savvy with practice software (DSN ...
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Practice Manager
Cary, NC · On-site
... direct impact every single day. Responsibilities: * Keep our practice running smoothly and ... Knowledge of insurance, billing, and financial management * Tech-savvy with practice software (DSN ...
Practice Manager
$46K - $102K/yr
Staff Management and Development * Hire, train, supervise, coach, mentor and manage a multi ... Partner with the Center Medical Director and Associate Outreach Manager to lead the center as a ...
Practice Manager
$46K - $102K/yr
Staff Management and Development * Hire, train, supervise, coach, mentor and manage a multi ... Partner with the Center Medical Director and Associate Outreach Manager to lead the center as a ...
Assistant Practice Manager
Cary, NC · On-site
$29 - $43/hr
As the Assistant Practice Manager, you will: * -Direct and supervise all associates in partnership with the Practice Manager, Veterinary Technician Manager and Department Supervisors. * Create ...
Assistant Practice Manager
Cary, NC · On-site
$29 - $43/hr
As the Assistant Practice Manager, you will: * -Direct and supervise all associates in partnership with the Practice Manager, Veterinary Technician Manager and Department Supervisors. * Create ...
The Practice Liaison, Revenue Cycle Management bridges US Foot & Ankle Specialist practice operations and the centralized RCM function, with direct ownership of monthly communication forums, denials ...
The Practice Liaison, Revenue Cycle Management bridges US Foot & Ankle Specialist practice operations and the centralized RCM function, with direct ownership of monthly communication forums, denials ...
The Practice Liaison, Revenue Cycle Management bridges US Foot & Ankle Specialist practice operations and the centralized RCM function, with direct ownership of monthly communication forums, denials ...
The Practice Liaison, Revenue Cycle Management bridges US Foot & Ankle Specialist practice operations and the centralized RCM function, with direct ownership of monthly communication forums, denials ...
Practice Manager III
Raleigh, NC · On-site
Overview Responsible for the supervision and management of physician services of 3 or more practice ... Under general supervision of the Executive Director, Service Line Practices, and the Practice ...
Practice Manager III
Raleigh, NC · On-site
Overview Responsible for the supervision and management of physician services of 3 or more practice ... Under general supervision of the Executive Director, Service Line Practices, and the Practice ...
Director, Risk Management
Durham, NC · On-site
ABOUT THIS ROLE The Director of Risk Management is responsible for transforming and leading the ... best practices that support a safe, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all employees ...
Director, Risk Management
Durham, NC · On-site
ABOUT THIS ROLE The Director of Risk Management is responsible for transforming and leading the ... best practices that support a safe, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all employees ...
Director, Risk Management
Durham, NC · On-site
ABOUT THIS ROLE The Director of Risk Management is responsible for transforming and leading the ... best practices that support a safe, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all employees ...
Director, Risk Management
Durham, NC · On-site
ABOUT THIS ROLE The Director of Risk Management is responsible for transforming and leading the ... best practices that support a safe, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all employees ...
About the Role The Hospital Director is responsible for the full business, operational, and ... and best practices. Leadership & Team Management · Recruit, train, and retain high-quality ...
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About the Role The Hospital Director is responsible for the full business, operational, and ... and best practices. Leadership & Team Management · Recruit, train, and retain high-quality ...
Hospital Director
Raleigh, NC · On-site
... practices. Leadership & Team Management • Recruit, train, and retain high-quality veterinary and support staff. • Mentor and inspire hospital teams, fostering a culture of excellence ...
Hospital Director
Raleigh, NC · On-site
... practices. Leadership & Team Management • Recruit, train, and retain high-quality veterinary and support staff. • Mentor and inspire hospital teams, fostering a culture of excellence ...
Oversees the timekeeping of direct reports by monitoring time clock activities and ensuring time is ... Manages the staff and business operations of the practice(s). Delegates responsibility and ...
Oversees the timekeeping of direct reports by monitoring time clock activities and ensuring time is ... Manages the staff and business operations of the practice(s). Delegates responsibility and ...
Medical Director - Private Practice Ownership
Raleigh, NC · On-site
$140 - $220/hr
You didn't become a veterinarian just to manage cases -- you became one to lead, influence, and ... Director role where your voice matters, your leadership is trusted, and practice ownership is a ...
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Medical Director - Private Practice Ownership
Raleigh, NC · On-site
$140 - $220/hr
You didn't become a veterinarian just to manage cases -- you became one to lead, influence, and ... Director role where your voice matters, your leadership is trusted, and practice ownership is a ...
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... project management, data analysis, strategic planning, and execution of key organizational ... Partner with the DHIP Chief of Staff on projects and initiatives directed by leadership, ensuring ...
... project management, data analysis, strategic planning, and execution of key organizational ... Partner with the DHIP Chief of Staff on projects and initiatives directed by leadership, ensuring ...
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What is the difference between Director Practice Management vs Practice Manager?
| Aspect | Director Practice Management | Practice Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, healthcare administration) and extensive experience | Usually requires a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in healthcare or practice management |
| Work Environment | Oversees multiple practices or departments, strategic planning, high-level decision making | Manages daily operations of a single practice or clinic, staff supervision |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used in healthcare organizations, hospital systems, large clinics | Common in outpatient clinics, private practices, healthcare facilities |
The main difference is that the Director Practice Management focuses on strategic oversight and managing multiple practices or departments, while the Practice Manager handles daily operations within a single practice. The Director role involves higher-level planning and leadership, whereas the Practice Manager is more involved in day-to-day management.

Full-time
Posted 19 days ago
Duke Health rating
7.3
Based on 252 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
304th of 887 rated healthcare providers
Job description
Duke Health Integrated Practice
Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina.
JOB LOCATION
Duke University Hospital - 2301 Erwin Rd. Suite T0901, Box 3127, Durham, NC 27710
JOB SUMMARY
This position is a senior administrative leader reporting to the Vice Chair of Administration and Finance/Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the Department of Pediatrics. The Director provides enterprise-level leadership for pediatric inpatient and ambulatory practice operations, translating departmental strategy into standardized workflows, performance management, and continuous improvement to optimize access, capacity, quality, productivity, and patient experience.
The Director serves as the Department's operational owner for practice performance (access, scheduling, unit/clinic operations, and practice management). The role partners closely with division administrators, clinic leaders, finance, quality, compliance, and Duke Health operational teams to implement operating standards and deliver measurable improvements. This role will help inform the strategy for clinical financial improvement alongside the CAO who will maintain department-wide fiduciary authority (budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, and institutional financial/operational representation).
Role Scope & Key Interfaces
- Director owns: inpatient and ambulatory access/capacity strategy execution; scheduling and template optimization; clinic workflow and throughput improvement; space utilization planning for clinics; operational performance dashboards and action plans; operational readiness for new clinics/providers; practice management standard work.
- Director supports: annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls (owned by the CAO and appropriate health system executives); compensation plan governance and faculty effort management, department-wide HR, labor relations, grants/contracts, and endowment/gift administration will remain the responsibility of other department and division administrative roles.
- Decision rights: recommends business development and operational investments, staffing/space tradeoffs using data and business cases; escalates policy, financial, and strategy decisions to executive department leaders and relevant Duke Health leaders per governance.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Practice Operations & Performance
- Provide practice operational leadership and accountability for practice changes in inpatient and outpatient clinic operations, including access management execution, scheduling optimization, clinic workflows, quality improvement and space utilization.
- Define, deploy, and maintain operational performance standards and dashboards (access, throughput, productivity, quality, and patient experience) and drive corrective action plans with division and clinic leaders.
- Lead department-wide operational improvement initiatives to strengthen practice efficiency, panel management, and care-team utilization, aligning recommendations with established compensation frameworks and academic effort expectations governed by executive department leadership.
- Oversee the Department's ambulatory quality and operational readiness workstreams with quality, compliance, and medical leadership, ensuring reliable implementation of agreed standards.
- Provide direct leadership and supervision of the departmental practice team (2-3 direct reports), setting priorities, goals, and accountability for ambulatory performance work.
- Partner with Division Administrators and embedded finance/operations leaders to strengthen practice management routines, transparency of performance results, and continuous improvement capability.
Access, Capacity, and Growth Strategy
- Lead execution of the Department's pediatric access and capacity strategy with physician Vice Chair of Outpatient Practice, partnering with Duke Health Access Services (DHAS) and clinic leadership to improve new patient access, template build, and scheduling effectiveness.
- Design and implement standardized access tools, specialty-specific scheduling templates, capacity forecasts, and clinic operating standards; monitor outcomes and iterate based on data.
- Partner with Physician Liaisons, division chiefs/administrators, and practice leaders to identify and develop strategic growth plans and provide operational tactics (business development opportunities with external organizations, referral pathways, clinic buildouts, staffing models, and launch readiness).
- Ensure growth initiatives are operationally feasible and aligned with space, staffing, and academic capacity; develop business cases and escalate capital/budget decisions through the Vice Chair and Duke Health governance.
Financial Stewardship & Revenue Performance
- Provide operational analysis and recommendations to improve clinical financial performance (e.g., throughput, staffing models, template design, and care-team utilization) in partnership with the CAO and Duke Health ambulatory/children's leadership, who retain budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
- Partner with Revenue Management, division leadership, and practice teams on revenue integrity initiatives, including encounter closure, documentation workflows, APP supervision model operations, coding education support, and billing compliance reinforcement.
- Use operational and financial data to design and implement cost-effective clinic operating models that improve margin while maintaining quality, access, and academic alignment; quantify impacts and hand off budget actions to the division administration as needed.
Systems, Technology, and Infrastructure
- Partner with departmental and health system EMR, data, and operational technology teams to define requirements, prioritize enhancements, and support adoption that improves clinic workflow, access, and performance reporting.
- Ensure ambulatory operational processes adhere to applicable institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards in coordination with compliance, privacy, and quality partners.
- Pilot and scale care delivery and operational analytics innovations (e.g., new clinic models, standardized work, performance review routines) that advance pediatric practice operations.
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred (MHA, MBA, MPH, or related field).
- Experience: Ten (10) or more years of progressive leadership experience in academic medicine or complex healthcare organizations, with demonstrated responsibility for:
- Ambulatory clinical practice operations and performance management (access, scheduling, workflows, throughput)
- Access, capacity, and growth execution, including standardized templates and operating models
- Operational/financial analytics and partnering with finance and revenue cycle to improve performance and revenue integrity (not department-wide budgeting authority)
- Leading matrixed teams and influencing across clinical, operational, and physician stakeholders
Candidate should demonstrate keys skill, including:
- Advanced operational judgment and strategic thinking
- Strong financial and analytical acumen
- Executive-level communication and influence
- Ability to align clinical operations with academic and institutional strategy
- Proven leadership in complex academic health system environments
JOB HOURS
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
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