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How much do medical practice director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical practice director in Meridian, MS is $227,930.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $194,200.00 and $279,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical practice director?

Medical Practice Directors are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations and administration of medical practices or healthcare clinics. Their duties include managing staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, developing policies, overseeing budgeting, and improving patient services. They serve as a bridge between medical staff and administrative personnel, helping the practice run smoothly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of patient care. Medical Practice Directors often have backgrounds in healthcare administration, management, or related fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical practice director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Practice Director, you need strong leadership, healthcare administration expertise, and a solid understanding of medical regulations, often supported by a degree in healthcare management or a related field. Familiarity with practice management software, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and compliance certifications such as HIPAA are typically required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help you effectively lead teams and manage complex operations. These abilities are crucial for ensuring efficient practice workflows, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care.

What are some common challenges faced by a medical practice director, and how can they be addressed?

Medical Practice Directors often encounter challenges such as balancing administrative duties with patient care priorities, managing staff performance, and adapting to frequent changes in healthcare regulations. Addressing these challenges typically involves strong organizational skills, effective communication, and ongoing professional development. Building a collaborative team environment and staying informed about industry trends can help Medical Practice Directors lead their practices efficiently and maintain high standards of patient care.

What is the difference between Medical Practice Director vs Medical Office Manager?

AspectMedical Practice DirectorMedical Office Manager
CredentialsMedical degree or healthcare management experience often preferredAdministrative or healthcare management certifications, associate or bachelor’s degree
Work EnvironmentOversees entire medical practice, including multiple departmentsManages daily operations of a medical office or clinic
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, compliance, staff oversight, financial managementScheduling, billing, patient flow, staff supervision
Industry UsageCommonly used in larger practices or healthcare organizationsTypically found in smaller clinics or outpatient settings

The Medical Practice Director focuses on strategic leadership and overall management of the medical practice, often in larger settings. In contrast, the Medical Office Manager handles daily administrative tasks within a specific office. Both roles require healthcare or management credentials but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Medical Practice Director job openings in Meridian, MS as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Locum Tenens, 86% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $226,021 per year, or $108.7 per hour.

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - Veteran Affairs Outpatient Clinic

Meridian, MS • On-site

Valor Healthcare, Inc.
Outpatient Health Care • 51 - 200 employees

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Description

Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Laboratory Technician to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in (meridian). In exchange for your dedication and experience, we are proud to offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, three weeks of PTO to start and a weekday schedule.


This position requires you to be a certified laboratory technician!


Our mission is simple: to provide quality healthcare to America's veterans through our healing focus, indebted hearts, and tireless resolve. Valor operates more than 50 VA CBOCs in the United States as a contractor for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. We provide a full range of medical services to veterans through the operations of CBOCs, tailored to meet the specific needs of local VA medical centers. Our comprehensive set of services includes primary care, diagnostics, laboratory, telehealth, behavioral health, and more.


As a Laboratory Technician, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician or mid-level provider. ?You will collaborate with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN and Medical Assistant) and expanded PACT Team including family/caregiver, VA, and community-based services involved in developing the patient care plan.


Core Responsibilities

  • Perform in-house laboratory procedures on appropriate specimens to provide information for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases within the scope of the clinic.
  • Recognize and respond to critical values as they pertain to patient tests, results, controls, and proficiency samples
  • Ensure specimens are properly collected and labeled
  • Enter laboratory requests/results into the VISTA/CPRS system.
  • Ensure that all lab equipment is maintained and calibrated following manufacturers' recommendations and clinic policies and procedures
  • Assure quality controls are run and documented per manufacture and system guidelines.
  • Comply with the performance measures and clinical guidelines as set forth in the current VHA Performance Measures Technical Manual or by verbal direction and comply with all requirements specified by the VAMC that issues the contract.
  • Comply with the CDC's "Universal Precautions" for the prevention and transmission of HIV and other communicable diseases.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Compliance: Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG),
  • Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other related items.
  • Responsible for ensuring that contaminated material and trash are maintained in proper containers (red bags)
  • Clinical Outcomes: Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines.
  • Customer Service: Must provide excellent customer service to each veteran, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors.
  • Establish and maintain a warm, welcoming, and professional atmosphere for our colleagues and veterans, ensuring needs and expectations are consistently met.
  • Collaborates with Clinic leadership to resolve veteran concerns or complaints.
  • Ensure all clinical areas are cleaned, stocked and comfortable.
  • Monitor coffee service to insure availability to patients and guest.
  • Enrollment Growth: Participate in the clinic's outreach events to help support the clinic's enrollment initiatives.
  • Save & Recapture: Support patient enrollment and retention in appointments, follow-up visits or nurse visits.
  • Strategic Initiatives: Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent certifying organization.
  • Completion of a 2-year program for Medical Laboratory Technician.
  • The Laboratory professional must demonstrate ethical and moral attitudes and a commitment to
  • maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Must have computer program experience to be able to function in this position.
  • Minimum of one year of relevant medical practice experience.
  • Must hold a current and valid BLS certification by the American Heart Association.
  • Annual PPD.
  • COVID Vaccination or a religious/medical exemption is required to work in any VA facility

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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