Operations Associate

Job Title: Operations Associate

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer



FLSA Status: Non-Exempt



Location: Atlanta, GA

Position Summary

This role is designed for a high-potential operations professional seeking a long-term path into executive leadership. The Operations Analyst will work directly with senior leadership within a well-established, high-performing specialty healthcare organization to support daily operations, improve business performance, and execute key strategic initiatives.

This is not a back-office analytics role. The position offers hands-on exposure to the operational, financial, and strategic aspects of a complex, multi-provider medical practice. The individual in this role will be mentored and developed with the expectation of growing into a senior leadership position over time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  


• 1–3+ years of experience in operations, healthcare administration, or business support role
  


• Strong problem-solving ability with a practical, common-sense approach to decision-making
  


• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
  


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage across all levels
  


• Proficiency in Excel and general business systems (reporting tools are a plus, not the focus)
  


• Self-starter with a high level of ownership, initiative, and adaptability
  


• Professional maturity, sound judgment, and the ability to think on your feet
  

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with executive leadership to support day-to-day operations and organizational performance
  


• Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends and actionable opportunities
  


• Support predictive cash flow forecasting and variance analysis
  


• Identify inefficiencies and implement practical, scalable process improvements
  


• Assist in execution of strategic initiatives across clinical and administrative functions
  


• Develop and monitor key performance metrics tied to operational success
  


• Act as a cross-functional problem solver, helping teams navigate real-time challenges
  


• Ensure data accuracy while maintaining a strong focus on operational execution
  

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based within a professional healthcare environment
  


• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
  


• Occasional lifting of office materials (up to 15 lbs)
  


• Standard business hours with flexibility based on operational needs
  

Growth Opportunity

This role is intentionally structured as a development path for future leadership. The selected candidate will gain direct exposure to executive decision-making, operational strategy, and practice management, with a clear trajectory toward a senior operational leadership role.