Clinical Practice Administrator, Ophthalmology

Clinical Practice Manager - Ophthalmology DepartmentWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Practice Administrator provides executive-level operational, financial, and strategic leadership for ophthalmology practice operations, ensuring excellence in patient care, physician support, regulatory compliance, workforce engagement, and business performance.

This role oversees all aspects of clinical and administrative operations while driving growth, operational efficiency, financial sustainability, and continuous improvement across multiple practice sites and service lines. Candidates with significant experience overseeing a clinical department, multidisciplinary practice, or comparable healthcare operation are highly valued.  The Clinical Practice Administrator is responsible for leading and developing staff; fostering effective collaboration among physicians, faculty, clinical teams, and administrative personnel;

and ensuring the successful execution of organizational goals related to patient care, education, and research. This position directs strategic and fiscal planning, budget development, revenue cycle optimization, operational performance, quality improvement initiatives, patient satisfaction programs, and technology evaluation and implementation.  Key responsibilities include monitoring financial and operational outcomes; ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations; overseeing vendor and contract management;

supporting managed care and reimbursement strategies; developing staff training and professional development programs; and implementing effective internal controls and risk management practices. The Clinical Practice Administrator serves as a trusted advisor to physicians and leadership, providing expertise in healthcare operations, practice growth, regulatory compliance, performance benchmarking, and resource management. This position plays a critical role in advancing organizational objectives while maintaining a patient-centered culture of excellence, accountability, innovation, and service.

BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay

Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Master 's Degree (MBA, MHA or MPH) or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Administration Experience3 years of effective leadership experience in a healthcare environment in a large and complex organization with a Master's Degree or 5 years of effective leadership experience in a healthcare environment in a large and complex organization with Bachelor's Degree.

Preferred Experience Experience  in clinic specialty JOB DUTIES Responsible for optimization, growth, performance, safety and financial results of designated portfolio of clinics spanning multiple locations or/and specialties with independent management structures at each location including the strategic planning and management for all clinical activities of the practice. This includes oversight for the patient care and business operations of the practices.

Develops an efficient and effective collaborative relationship between staff and faculty members, while fostering a positive working relationship. This includes the…