Director of Operations-FQHC

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Full Time Management Southfield, MI, US

2 days ago Requisition

Job Title:

Director of Operations – FQHC

Lead and Scale Mission-Driven Care at EPIC Care Centers INC

At EPIC Care Centers Inc, we are committed to expanding access to high-quality, patient-centered care for underserved and vulnerable populations. As we grow our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) footprint, we are seeking a strategic and hands‑on Director of Operations to lead, optimize, and scale our FQHC operations.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth while maintaining a strong focus on quality, access, and community impact.

• Lead day-to-day operations across FQHC clinic sites, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality patient care.
• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with organizational goals and HRSA/FQHC requirements.
• Support clinic expansion, new site launches, and service line growth.

• Ensure full compliance with HRSA Health Center Program requirements, including:
• Scope of Project
• Sliding Fee Discount Program (SFDP)
• UDS reporting and performance measures
• Maintain readiness for HRSA Operational Site Visits (OSVs) and audits.
• Oversee policies and procedures to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.

• Partner with finance to manage budgets, cost controls, and revenue cycle performance.
• Monitor key financial drivers including visit volume, payer mix, and reimbursement optimization.
• Support 340B program oversight in collaboration with pharmacy and compliance teams.

• Drive improvements in clinical quality measures, patient outcomes, and satisfaction.
• Ensure access standards are met, including timely appointments and reduced barriers to care.
• Support implementation of value-based care initiatives and population health strategies.
• Lead and develop clinic leadership (Practice Managers, Site Leads, etc.).
• Build a high‑performing, mission‑driven culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with HR on recruitment, retention, and staff development.

• Work closely with clinical leadership, compliance, finance, IT, and population health teams.
• Ensure alignment between operations, patient care delivery, and organizational strategy.

• Track and analyze KPIs including UDS measures, productivity, access, and financial performance.
• Utilize data to drive operational improvements and strategic decisions.
• Prepare reports for executive leadership and board‑level visibility as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5–10+ years of healthcare operations experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Direct experience working in an FQHC or community health center environment.
• Strong knowledge of HRSA regulations, UDS reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities.
• Deep understanding of FQHC financial drivers and reimbursement models.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Data‑driven mindset with experience using metrics to improve performance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.

• Experience with 340B programs.
• Experience managing multi‑site operations and cross‑functional teams.

• Mission‑Driven Impact – Expand access to care for underserved communities
• Leadership Opportunity – Play a key role in building and scaling FQHC operations
• Collaborative Culture – Work with a team dedicated to innovation and patient care
• Growth Environment – Be part of a rapidly expanding organization

If you’re a results‑driven healthcare leader with a passion for community health and operational excellence, we want to hear from you.

* Background checks are required for this role.