Clinic Manager, Spine Center (Orthopedic Surgery Department)

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Santa Monica
Oct 13, 2025
Description The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at UCLA Health is seeking a full-time Clinic Manager to oversee the operations of our Spine Center. In this role, you will oversee business and patient care functions, supervise front and back office staff, and ensure smooth coordination of clinical services. Key responsibilities include: Provide daily administrative and operational oversight of the Spine Center Partner with leadership on goal setting, budgeting, and quality improvement initiatives Supervise and support clinic staff, including recruitment, training, and performance management Manage patient flow, scheduling, registration, and referrals to ensure efficient, patient centered care Collaborate with physicians, staff, and hospital departments to deliver seamless services Salary range: $33.96/hr - $69.54/hr Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (see below) Minimum 3 years of experience in a healthcare supervisory/managerial role Minimum 5 years experience working in a clinical, health care setting Proven experience in process improvement, change management and overall operational excellence Ability to provide leadership, direction, motivation, development opportunities, and build high performing teams Knowledge of medical and orthopedic terminology Demonstrating the ability to work as part of a team for the good of the whole by supporting and adapting to departmental decisions and changes, maintaining positive interpersonal relations and good communications Strong quantitative and analytical skills Must be proficient with Excel, have the ability to organize/analyze, import/export data in a structured manner Working knowledge of Windows based programs (Word, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)