Practice Manager- Adult GI Hospitalists

Location:Medical Plaza One -9800 S Healthpark DriveFort Myers FL 33908

Department: LPG Adult GI

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$27.78 - $37.50 / hour

Position Summary:

The Practice Manager for the GI Hospitalist team is a critical leadership role responsible for the day-to-day operations, scheduling, and performance management of the GI Hospitalist team of providers. This position ensures optimal provider support, efficient workflows, and data-driven decision making to enhance patient care, patient and provider satisfaction, and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Oversight:

• Oversee all aspects of operations for the GI Hospitalist team across multiple hospital campuses.
• Serve as the primary administrative point of contact for hospital-based GI providers, ensuring proactive support and resolution of operational issues.
• Collaborate with interdepartmental teams of nursing, endoscopy, ancillary services, and administrative teams to ensure seamless inpatient GI services.

Scheduling & Workforce Management:

• Develop, manage, and optimize complex provider schedules, including daily assignments, on-call coverage, float assignments, and PTO planning.
• Ensure adequate provider coverage to meet patient care needs while balancing provider well-being and workload distribution.
• Continuously evaluate schedule effectiveness and adjust based on volume trends and patient needs.

Data-Driven Performance Management:

• Utilize data analytics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to inform decisions, track productivity, and improve clinical and operational outcomes.
• Prepare and present regular reports on volumes, patient access, provider utilization, and other key metrics.
• Identify trends and opportunities for improvement through data analysis and collaborate on action plans.

Provider Support & Engagement:

• Serve as a resource and advocate for GI Hospitalist providers, ensuring they have the tools, support, and environment necessary for success.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new providers and support ongoing professional development.

Compliance & Quality:

• Ensure all operations are compliant with regulatory requirements, hospital policies, and best practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support efforts to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Business, Nursing, or related field required; Bachelors degree in Healthcare Administration, Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum 35 years of healthcare management experience, preferably in a hospital or inpatient setting.
• Experience with physician group management and complex schedule development required.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using healthcare data for decision making.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, electronic health records (EHR), and scheduling platforms.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of GI services and inpatient care models is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is a plus.

US:FL:Fort Myers