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Clinic Manager – Eye Practice (Jacksonville, IL)
Prairie Eye & Lasik Center
Prairie Eye & Lasik Center is seeking a strong, people-focused Clinic Manager to lead operations at our Jacksonville, IL location. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving team performance, exceptional patient experience, and smooth daily clinic operations within a growing multi-location ophthalmology practice.
If you are an organized, accountable leader who thrives in healthcare environments and knows how to build high-performing teams, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and hold staff accountable to performance and service standards
- Oversee daily clinic operations including scheduling, patient flow, and staffing coverage
- Foster a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and excellent patient experience
- Ensure compliance with company policies, HIPAA, and healthcare regulations
- Partner with leadership on performance metrics, goals, and continuous improvement
- Address employee issues appropriately and escalate when needed
- Monitor workflows and implement process improvements
- Support onboarding, training, and ongoing staff development
- Serve as the primary point of contact for your clinic location
Qualifications
- Prior leadership or management experience (2 years of healthcare strongly preferred)
- Experience in optometry, ophthalmology or medical office practice highly valued
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Confident decision-maker who leads with professionalism and integrity
- Comfortable using EHR systems and standard office technology
- Proven ability to motivate teams and manage performance
- Ability to travel as needed
Why Join Prairie Eye & Lasik
- Established, respected multi-location practice
- Supportive leadership team
- Opportunity to make a real impact on patient care and team culture
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Excellent benefits package including PTO, health insurance, and more.
Location: Jacksonville, IL
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (clinic hours)
Pay: $45,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Pet insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $56,000