Medical Practice Administrator (Executive Leadership – Nephrology Group)

Milwaukee Nephrologists, S.C.

West Allis, WI

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
West Allis, WI
POSTED
6 days ago

Overview We're seeking an experienced Medical Practice Administrator to lead day-to-day operations for a physician group practice. This executive role partners closely with the Practice President and physicians to ensure excellent patient service, strong team performance, and sound financial results-including revenue cycle integrity, budgeting, and reporting.

  • Leadership scope: Directly supervises Clinic Manager and Business Office staff; indirect oversight of clinical team
  • Core focus: Operations, finance/budgeting, revenue cycle oversight, HR/people leadership, compliance
  • Stakeholders: Works closely with nephrologists/physicians and serves as liaison to external agencies and vendors
  • Schedule: Primarily weekdays; occasional evenings/weekends as business needs require

What You'll Do

  • Set and execute operational goals, policies, procedures, and systems across clinic functions
  • Partner with physicians to develop and implement long-range plans and strategic objectives
  • Oversee daily operations with the Clinic Manager; remove operational barriers and solve administrative issues (facility, systems, workflows)
  • Own budgeting, financial monitoring, and analysis; provide accurate financial reporting and accounting oversight
  • Lead and support the Business Office to protect revenue cycle integrity and payer guideline adherence
  • Maintain regulatory and standards compliance; gather and report data for fiscal/statistical analysis
  • Provide full-scope HR leadership: compensation/benefits administration, job descriptions, personnel policies, payroll practices, and employee relations
  • Hire, train, coach, and supervise staff; participate in performance management and disciplinary actions when needed
  • Coordinate with medical staff to support quality patient care and consistent patient service
  • Serve as liaison between the practice and external agencies
  • Negotiate contracts with third-party vendors and support physician contracting/legal matters as assigned
  • Manage accounts payable and cost accounting statements; support board/physician meeting agendas and materials
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism in all matters

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration (required)
  • 7+ years of executive-level experience, including 5+ years in healthcare organization administration
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with physicians and lead multidisciplinary teams
  • Working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, and other third-party payer guidelines
  • Solid understanding of accounting practices and financial reporting
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and practice management systems

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Healthcare Administration or Business Administration
  • Experience negotiating vendor contracts and supporting physician contracting
  • Background strengthening billing workflows, revenue cycle controls, and operational performance metrics

Key Skills & Competencies

  • High initiative, sound judgment, discretion, and data-driven decision-making
  • Strong planning, organizing, delegation, and people leadership skills
  • Ability to interpret complex information, prioritize competing deadlines, and drive outcomes
  • Excellent verbal and written communication; confident presenting to physicians/leadership
  • Commitment to confidentiality, compliance, and a high standard of patient service

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a medical office environment. The role involves frequent interaction with staff, physicians, patients, and external partners and may be stressful at times. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Must be able to perform the physical and mental tasks commonly associated with an administrator role, including walking, bending, standing, reaching, and sitting.

How to Apply

Apply on Indeed with your resume. To help us review quickly, include a brief cover note highlighting your healthcare leadership experience, revenue cycle or financial oversight background, and experience partnering with physicians.

Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

About the Company

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Milwaukee Nephrologists, S.C.