Head of Operations & Business Management

Operations Manager TraineeNow is the time to join Dentists of Lake Charles. The role of the Operations Manager Trainee (OMT) is to gain an understanding of the skills and company knowledge to independently run a financially viable PDS supported dental office. This will be done in a variety of ways: through structured curriculum completion, on the job practical application and development meetings. The OMT role is hired with the expectations that each individual will be able to independently manage a dental office in 4-6 months, following timely completion of the OM Development Program.actively learning how to create an environment that promotes PDS culture and values dailyAssessment, hiring and retention of right fit team members through comprehensive training, supervision, counseling and coachingAssess, investigate, and resolve staff and patient issues by analyzing the facts and circumstances to develop timely, effective, logical yet creative solutionsExecution of the PDS Operational Model with consistency to meet identified office imperatives in partnership with the Owner DentistDriving year over year revenue and profit growthManagement of expenses to achieve monthly goals and budgetShow proficiency and adherence to cash management and accounting protocolsHow to be the catalyst in team development of the Perfect Patient ExperienceHow to deliver effective leadership, coaching and mentoring with team members in an effort to identify and implement opportunities for improvementImportance of keeping commitments and open communications with direct supervisors that develops trust-based relationships and bringing forth issues and concerns openly and earlyMaintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies; addresses others professionally and respectfullyGains proficiency and understands the tools and resources available with regards to People related functions, such as assessment, hiring, retention, performance evaluation, separation processes and compensation guidance and executionEnsure Compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal and other regulatory bodiesReport weekly to Regional Manager detailing accomplishments, areas for improvement, clear performance goals, and effectiveness of systemsBy end of development program, show competency in managing a team of both Front Office and Back Office team members, displaying leadership and team development capabilitiesDevelop and implement an office success plan; including development of staff, and office protocols to provide for efficient operations during manager absencesOther duties and responsibilities as assigned by direct supervisor that will result in improved team member development outcomesQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentFive or more years of related work experience in operational managementOperations Manager Trainee must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance. Driver's license must be verified by completing a motor vehicle record check at the time of hireOperations Manager Trainees are required to timely travel to multiple offices per day, in some cases several times per day, and must have reliable means of transportation to travel to assigned officesIn lieu of a valid driver's license and automobile insurance, Operations Manager Trainee must have reliable means of alternate transportation which would allow for required, timely travel to multiple offices per day, in some cases several times per dayTravel may be planned or unplanned and is subject to change without noticePreferredAssociate degree, Bachelor's degreeFive or more years of experience leading a team, mentoring and coaching subordinatesKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesResults Oriented (Energetic self-starter; consistent)Patient Advocate (flexible and adaptive; ethical)Process Focused Operator (data driven decision-maker; organized and structured; computer proficient)Financial Acumen (understands profit drivers; utilizes metrics to manage; builds the financial understanding of staff and clinicians; understands local market drivers and competition)Influencer (active listener/observer of behavior; builds trust with those requiring coaching; tailors coaching style to the individual's needs; recognizes and celebrates improvement to sustain change)Requires knowledge of Dental Plans,insurances fees, administrative guidelines, limitations and exclusions, reporting systems; business correspondence and business reporting techniques; and business principles of profit & loss statementsSkills required include use of knowledge of all Microsoft Applications, Epic, 1VU, BOX, and use of standard office equipmentDisplays independent judgment by willingness to make timely and accurate decisions based on available information that is sometimes vague or limited in natureAbility to multitask effectively and work in a fast paced and sometimes ambiguous environment, without compromising quality of workAbility to prioritize tasks and projects with limited direction, while understanding and contributing to the success of the organizationAbility to read, analyze, and interpret common financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, team members, regulatory agencies, vendors, or other members of the business communityAbility to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pressureAbility to interpret and apply policies and proceduresAbility to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situationsStrong sense of personal responsibility for tasks assigned; Flexibility in adapting processes to meet unique needsAbility to communicate effectively and present information, both verbally and in writing. Ability to lead a team, prioritize their duties, coach, mentor, train, write effective performance evaluations, conduct feedback and handle team member relations issuesOrganizational ability by demonstrating a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into orderDemonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze, and solve problemsDetail oriented, organized, process focused, problem solver, self-motivated proactive, patient focusedAbility to create presentations and use outstanding presentation skillsWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of what a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this jobThis is primarily a sedentary office classification but may require field visits and driving. There is occasional exposure to irate team members vendors or patientsWhile performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, keyboard, to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, see, talk and hearThe team member will frequently lift and/or carry reports, records and other materials that typically weigh less than 40 pounds. The team member is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, or crouchFinger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, calculator, and other standard office equipmentBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurancePaid time offTuition Reimbursement401KPaid time to volunteer in your local communityUpon completion of the Operations Manager training program, this role will be a salaried position.