Health care practice managers

Description

Healthcare practice managers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources of medical, dental and other types of healthcare practice, including veterinary practices.

Tasks

• Plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities of practice staff
• Oversees staff training and monitors training needs
• Takes responsibility for health and safety matters within the practice
• Negotiates contracts for services with other health care providers and purchasers
• Maintains patient files on medical history, consultations and treatment undertaken and/or drugs prescribed
• Organises duty rosters for professional and support staff in practice
• Takes responsibility for stock control of practice equipment, drugs, etc
• Liaises with relevant outside organisations (e.g. NHS trust, PCT, social services, drug companies, professional bodies)
• Responsible for budgeting, pricing and accounting activities within the practice

Educational Requirements

There are no pre-set entry requirements. Candidates are recruited with a variety of academic qualifications or with relevant experience. Professional qualifications are available and are required for certain posts.