UnityPoint Health

Director of Clinic Operations

Overseeing OB/GYN, Surgery (colorectal, plastic, breast, surgical oncology, GYN) and Weight Loss clinics in Des Moines Metro

West Des Moines, IA - office location

Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM (potential evenings/early mornings required for clinics)

Full-time + benefits

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Job Summary:
The Director of Clinic Operations is responsible for the leadership and oversight of multiple clinic locations, ensuring operational excellence, high-quality patient care, and financial performance. This role partners closely with physician leadership and administrative teams to drive strategic initiatives, optimize clinic operations, and foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support clinic administrators and staff in delivering efficient, patient-centered care.

• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with organizational goals.

• Oversee budgeting, financial performance, and resource management across clinics.

• Collaborate with physicians on staffing, performance, and provider recruitment.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.

• Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, continuous improvement, and service excellence.

• 8+ years of health care management
• Bachelor’s degree or 8+ years of health care management experience. (Master’s preferred)
• Previous experience with planning, organizing, delegating and supervising.
• Experience with working in a physician dyad model.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
• Knowledge of personnel administration and patient relation principles.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.