Job Summary:
The Clinic Manager is responsible for the overall operations, administration, and management of the clinic. This role ensures that the clinic runs efficiently, delivers high-quality patient care, and meets financial and operational goals. The Clinic Manager will oversee staff management, patient services, budgeting, compliance, and facility management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operations Management:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the clinic to ensure smooth functioning.
- Implement and maintain clinic policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with healthcare providers to optimise patient care delivery and clinic workflow.
- Monitor and manage patient flow, ensuring efficient and effective patient scheduling and appointment management.
- Staff Management:
- Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate clinic staff, including administrative and medical personnel.
- Ensure staff adhere to clinic policies and procedures.
- Foster a positive work environment, addressing staff concerns, and facilitating professional development.
- Conduct regular team meetings and provide ongoing training to staff.
- Patient Services:
- Ensure high levels of patient satisfaction by monitoring patient feedback and implementing improvements.
- Handle patient complaints and concerns with professionalism and empathy.
- Ensure that patient care services are delivered in a timely, accurate, and compassionate manner.
- Financial Management:
- Develop, monitor, and manage the clinic's budget, ensuring financial targets are met.
- Manage inventory and supplies, ensuring cost control and availability.
- Compliance and Regulatory Management:
- Ensure the clinic complies with all CQC (Care Quality Commission) and local regulations, including healthcare laws and standards.
- Maintain clinic accreditation and licensure, ensuring all documentation is current and accurate.
- Develop and implement safety and quality control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- The Clinic Manager will also assume the responsibility as the Registered Manager with the CQC and comply with CQC regulatory framework (record keeping, logs, audits, assessments)
- Upkeep of required annual training courses, e.g., BLS, Safeguarding, Infection Control, etc.
- Ensure that the site complies with all aspects of Health & Safety legislation by maintaining health and safety policies, undertaking risk assessments, complying with the requirements of COSHH and RIDDOR
- To take on the role of Laser Protection Supervisors (LPSs) and hold responsibility for ensuring the safe use of all lasers in the business.
- Facility Management:
- Oversee the maintenance of the clinic’s facilities and equipment and report where necessary.
- Ensure that the clinic environment is clean, safe, and welcoming.
- Coordinate with vendors and service providers for facility and equipment maintenance.
- Strategic Planning:
- Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans to improve clinic operations and patient care.
- Identify opportunities for service expansion or improvement in clinic offerings.
- Analyse clinic performance data and prepare reports for senior management.
Qualifications:
- Education: NVQ 2 above or equivalent.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare management role, preferably in a clinic or outpatient setting.
- Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in the use of software systems.
- Basic daily service and product accounting.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
- £40k plus uncapped bonus (OTE £46k)
- Staff discounts on all treatment and products
- Pension and employee health benefits
- 25 days holiday per annum plus role over option
- Referral reward programme
- Friends & Family rewards