Rural Health Clinic Director

The Director ensures the clinic delivers high-quality, accessible healthcare services to underserved rural communities while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Provide direct supervision to Rural Health Clinic staff by establishing clear performance standards, actively monitoring accuracy and productivity, and delivering ongoing coaching and mentoring to support professional development and optimize team performance.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Operational Management

Oversee daily clinic operations (staffing, scheduling, workflow).

Ensure efficient patient flow and quality delivery of care.

Manage clinic policies and procedures.

Monitor compliance programs, including HIPAA privacy and security requirements under Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify compliance gaps and implement corrective action plans.

Financial Oversight

Develop and manage Rural Health Clinic budget.

Monitor revenue cycle, billing, and reimbursement (Medicare/Medicaid).

Optimize cost control while maintaining care quality.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with Madison Parish Hospital and RHC regulations and standards.

Maintain readiness for audits and inspections.

Implement policies aligned with CMS and the Louisiana State Department of Health.

Clinical Leadership Support

Collaborate with hospital and clinic providers (physicians, nurse practitioners, and clinical staff).

Support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Monitor clinical performance metrics.

Community Engagement

Build relationships with local organizations and stakeholders.

Promote clinic services within the rural community.

Address local public health needs.

Strategic Planning

Identify opportunities for service expansion.

Develop long-term growth strategies.

Implement innovative programs (telehealth, outreach, etc.).