Department Manager-Endodontics
Memphis, TN - USA
Job Summary
Market Range: 11
Hiring Salary: $4600.33 - $6440.46/Monthly
The Department Manager provides leadership and operational oversight for both predoctoral and postdoctoral Endodontic clinics. This position manages daily clinical operations supervises administrative and clinical support staff coordinates patient scheduling including emergencies and ensures efficient workflows across scheduling billing compliance and equipment management. This position partners with department leadership to support strategic planning regulatory compliance and delivery of high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of predoctoral and postdoctoral clinics.
- Coordinates emergency patient scheduling and provider coverage.
- Supervises front-office and clinical support staff.
- Provides leadership during operational disruptions or staffing shortages.
- Manages patient accounts payments and reconciliation.
- Oversee insurance verification and pre-authorizations.
- Manages inventory and vendor relationships.
- Ensures regulatory compliance with equipment and safety standards.
- Coordinates complex procedures and external referrals.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION:Bachelors Degree.(TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in healthcare administration or practice management; ORMasters Degree in lieu of experience; ORa combination of education and experience to equal six (6) years.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of healthcare operations clinic workflows and compliance regulations.
- Knowledge of dental billing coding (CDT) and insurance processes.
- Skill in leadership staff supervision and performance management.
- Skill in organization time management and operational planning.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Ability to analyze operational issues and implement effective solutions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff faculty students and patients.
- Ability to manage conflict and handle sensitive situations professionally.
- Skill in the use of electronic health record systems and practice management software.
WORK SCHEDULE:This position may occasionally be required to work weekends and evenings. May require occasional overnight travel
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
The University of Tennessee System serves all 95 counties and improves lives statewide through the work of five campuses and two institutes.