Clinic Operations Manager, Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic
EMR & Electronic Billing Implementation Manager
Small, Growing Mental Health Private Practice
Full-Time, Permanent
$85K–$105K + 15% Annual Bonus + Future Profit-Share
Relocation Assistance – $5,000 | Lake City, FL
HealthCare Recruiters International (HCRI) is partnering with a well-established outpatient mental health clinic in Lake City, Florida, to identify a Clinic Operations Manager who is ready to hit the ground running, modernize systems, and lead the practice through its next phase of growth.
This is a phased leadership role for an experienced operations professional who thrives in high-responsibility environments, can manage both people and systems, and is excited to bring a longstanding community clinic into its next chapter of success.
Phase 1 – Initial Responsibilities (Modernization & Infrastructure)
- Lead the clinic’s transition from paper records to a fully integrated EMR and electronic billing system
- Evaluate and implement workflows to support clean claims, timely reimbursement, and efficient documentation
- Work independently on system transformation, while the current front office team maintains daily operations
- Serve as primary point of contact for EMR vendors, billing partners, and external operational partners
- Identify compliance and documentation standards needed to support long-term growth
Phase 2 – Clinic Management & Growth (Post-Implementation)
Supervise front office and administrative teamCollaborate with leadership to hire and onboard future providers and support staffOversee scheduling, billing, administrative, and operational workflowsManage vendor relationships and monitor KPIs to ensure financial and operational healthIdentify and resolve inefficiencies across the patient experience and revenue cycleGuide the clinic through future scaling, with potential for continued leadership advancementRequired Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience in medical office or behavioral health operationsProven success implementing EMR and / or billing systems in a healthcare settingStrong understanding of revenue cycle, reimbursement workflows, and denial managementConfident supervising administrative staff and managing clinic operationsHighly organized, systems-minded, and able to lead through changeStrong communication and vendor coordination skillsCompensation & Benefits
Base salary : $85,000–$105,000 depending on experienceAnnual bonus : 15% performance-basedFuture profit-sharing potential as the clinic scalesRelocation assistance : up to $5,000Monthly benefits stipendPaid holidays and PTOAbout the Clinic
This is a deeply rooted mental health clinic serving patients in Lake City for over a decade. With one psychiatrist currently seeing 50–60 patients over three packed clinic days, the organization is now investing in infrastructure to expand its reach and impact. This is a rare opportunity to lead the clinic’s operational transformation and position it for long-term growth and sustainability.