What are the responsibilities and job description for the Practice Manager position at Wellness and Equity Alliance LLC?
Description:Wellness Equity Alliance (WEA) is a novel national public health organization comprised of a multidisciplinary team of population and public health experts with backgrounds in infectious disease, public health, emergency medicine, primary care, cardiology, pediatrics, psychiatry, community health work (CHW), nursing and advanced practice pharmacy. We work nearly exclusively with underrepresented communities, fundamentally addressing health-care disparities and the social determinants of health (SDoH) that have been amplified during the COVID-19 pandemic, prioritizing the following:People experiencing homelessnessIndigenous communitiesImmigrant communitiesRural communitiesBIPoC communitiesLGBTQIA communitiesJustice-impacted communitiesThe WEA team is diverse, inclusive, and nimble enough to assemble teams of healthcare professionals within days using our proven local staff recruitment models to address population health crises and communicable disease outbreaks. The WEA team’s partnership model is collaborative and allows hospitals, health jurisdictions, state/local government agencies to provide timely care using equity-based strategies for individuals and marginalized communities.Elevate your career to new heights with an opportunity that transcends traditional healthcare boundaries!Wellness Equity Alliance is actively seeking compassionate and driven individuals for several pivotal roles in our groundbreaking Street Medicine program. Street Medicine is an innovative and compassionate approach to healthcare, designed to meet individuals experiencing homelessness right where they are: on the streets, in shelters, or within underserved communities. Working for WEA is more than a job; it's a calling to serve those who are most in need, directly in their environment.Purpose of the positionThe Healthcare Practice Manager will lead day-to-day operations and performance across clinical sites and mobile programs in California, including care provided in carceral facilities, public schools, and through street medicine teams. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, mission-aligned operations professional with deep experience managing diverse healthcare settings, strong regulatory knowledge, and a passion for serving vulnerable communities.You will collaborate with leadership and frontline teams to implement operational best practices, ensure compliance, support staff development, and cultivate meaningful partnerships with community and institutional stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational LeadershipManage non-clinical operations across a range of care settings, including fixed and mobile sites delivering carceral, school-based, and street medicine services.Ensure each program operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with applicable laws and contractual obligations.Develop and enforce operational workflows and procedures tailored to site-specific needs, including mobile outreach logistics and correctional facility requirements.Coordinate supplies, equipment, scheduling, and facility or fleet maintenance.Program & Staff ManagementSupervise administrative personnel across multiple programs and support clinical leads with scheduling, communication, and coordination.Provide operational support to mobile teams conducting street medicine outreach, ensuring staff safety, equipment readiness, and timely documentation.Onboard, train, and evaluate team members with a focus on trauma-informed, culturally competent practices.Compliance & Quality AssuranceMaintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (including HIPAA, OSHA, Title 15, school health codes).Participate in audits, contract reviews, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting metrics for each care setting.Stakeholder & Partnership EngagementServe as the organizational liaison to school districts, correctional facilities, and community-based partners.Foster collaborative partnerships that support integrated care delivery across clinical, educational, and street-based environments.Represent the organization at site meetings, community forums, and public health initiatives.Financial OversightSupport site-specific budget development and monitor operating costs across programs.Collaborate with billing and finance teams to streamline documentation, reimbursement, and revenue cycle operations.Requirements:Essential Skills and Qualifications:Required:Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).At least 5 years of progressive healthcare management experience across multi-site or multidisciplinary programs.Experience supporting care delivery in at least two of the following settings: correctional facilities, school-based clinics, street medicine/mobile outreach.Familiarity with operational and regulatory nuances of community-based healthcare models.Excellent organizational, communication, and team leadership skills.Willingness and ability to travel frequently within California.Preferred:Background in public health, mobile healthcare operations, or correctional health services.Lived or professional experience working with people experiencing homelessness, youth, or justice-involved populations.Work Environment & Physical DemandsRegular travel to sites, including outdoor/mobile environments for street medicine.Must be able to pass all required background checks, including those for correctional and educational site access.