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Director Of Operations - Administrative Office

Be a part of an organization that is dedicated to health equity for all. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, our mission at Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC) is to provide exceptional and accessible health care services throughout our community. We are a collaborative team dedicated to the wellness and the excellence of care regardless of the patient's ability to pay. EIHC believes in non-judgmental and equal care for all members of our diverse community. Our staff values compassion as a guiding force. EIHC promotes health equity for all and believes health care is a right, not a privilege. You will thrive in a collaborative environment where you take ethical action and ownership to solve problems and lead positive outcomes. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose of an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make a difference? EIHC is seeking a full-time Director of Operations dedicated to serving the needs of our community.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Partner with department leaders in Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Women's Health, Behavioral Health, Dental and all Patient Services to develop and execute a comprehensive operational excellence strategy including hiring, onboarding and mentoring staff.
• Lead end-to-end process reviews across clinical and administrative workflows in the designated departments.
• Serve as a champion for a continuous improvement mindset throughout the organization, guiding teams through the change management process.
• Collaborate with the Quality team to ensure all process improvements align with regulatory requirements and clinical standards.

Schedule

Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM Flexible scheduling options are available.

Amazing Benefits

• Guaranteed Annual Salary
• 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 2 Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance - Plan Options Start at $1.00 Per Pay Period
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account
• 100% Employer Paid Basic Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Volunteer Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K) (4% Employer Match and 100% vested from Day 1)
• Employee Clothing Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Discount to the Midwest Athletic Club
• Parental Leave

Required Qualifications

• Proven ability to analyze complex problems and identify practical solutions.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to guide diverse teams.
• Comfortable using data, technology, and operational tools to drive results.
• Strategic mindset with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and environments.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration or related field.
• Progressive leadership experience in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of Community Health Centers/Federally Qualified Health Centers.
• Master's Degree in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration or related field preferred.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a clinic setting preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) preferred; candidates with equivalent training and proven process improvement experience will be considered.

Eastern Iowa Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and makes decisions related to compensation and all terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of merit. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.