Operations Manager – General Surgery, Plastic Surgery

Essentia Health

. Lead large multi-specialty group practices or large family practices and business operations .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $84,365 - $126,547 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing multi-specialty group practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and enhancing operational performance through effective team management and communication. Possesses project management expertise and the ability to coordinate complex clinical schedules in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

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Healthcare ExperienceProject ManagementEffective CommunicationTeam LeadershipRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementOperational ManagementClinical SchedulingProcess ImprovementRegulatory ComplianceFiscal ManagementTalent DevelopmentPatient Care SystemsChange ManagementSurgical Team Leadership

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingCollaborationProfessionalism

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in NursingAssociate’s Degree in Nursing

Industry Keywords

HealthcareMulti-Specialty PracticesFamily PracticesAccreditation RequirementsClinical SettingFast-Paced EnvironmentTeam ManagementOperational GoalsPractice ManualsEmerging Talent

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead large multi-specialty group practices or large family practices and business operations
Oversee operational activities, planning, prioritization, and direction of teams and colleagues
Achieve operational goals through effective team management
Maintain optimum patient care systems through fiscal and operational management
Ensure policies, practices, and procedures are understood and followed
Communicate with internal and external parties, including customers or vendors
Manage and improve processes, systems, or products to enhance performance
Coach, lead, and mentor emerging talent
Develop the talent pipeline
Oversee compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
Develop and maintain Practice Manuals
Assure staff orientation and ongoing education
Provide input into program and project development
Support General Surgery and Plastic Surgery departments at the Duluth Clinic
Maintain oversight and partnership with the Superior Clinic

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in Nursing and ability to obtain bachelor’s degree within 3 years from date of hire
3+ years of healthcare experience, preferably in a clinical setting OR completion of administrative fellowship through Essentia Health
Experience managing projects
Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to coordinate complex clinical schedules in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
Professionalism and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Experience supporting change management as a leader preferred
Experience leading a surgical team preferred
5 or more years of healthcare experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full benefit eligible
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Supplemental insurance options
401(k) plan with employer contributions
Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
Flexible scheduling
Generous time off
Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health