Director, Clinic

Sanford Health

Clinic Director leading ambulatory healthcare operations for Sanford Health, a rural nonprofit health system. Managing multiple clinic programs, patient care quality, staffing, finances, and service development.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeValley City • North Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading clinical and business operations within healthcare settings, ensuring high standards of patient care, financial stewardship, and strategic alignment with organizational goals. Proficient in fiscal operations, strategic planning, and performance management.

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Healthcare AdministrationClinical PracticesStrategic PlanningFinancial ReportingInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Budget PlanningExpenditure AuthorizationService Utilization ImprovementPerformance MonitoringRecruitment and Hiring

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensure in Healthcare Specialty

Industry Keywords

Ambulatory ServicesPatient CareQuality StandardsFinancial StewardshipHealthcare Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, direct, and assist with implementation of medical and health services and programs for the ambulatory services department
Establish appropriate levels of care and ensure high standards and quality in healthcare
Lead clinical and business operations of multiple clinic areas and programs
Ensure quality patient care, high patient satisfaction, financial stewardship, and service development aligned with Sanford Clinic's mission, vision, and strategic goals
Maintain communication among governing boards, medical staff, and department heads
Review and analyze facility activities and data for planning, cash and risk management, and service utilization improvement
Assist with fiscal operations, including accounting, budget planning, expenditure authorization, and financial reporting
Prepare activity reports on program, service, and quality initiative status and implementation plans
Guide and direct subordinates, set performance standards, and monitor performance
Direct or conduct recruitment, hiring, and personnel training
Establish staff work schedules and assignments
Depending upon location, assist with overseeing student health services for local colleges and universities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Nursing or related field required
Minimum of five years of experience leading and managing a multifunctional business or complex organization
Knowledge of clinical practices, strategic planning, administrative, and/or financial principles
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Licensure and/or certification in area of healthcare specialty preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time schedule
8 Hours - Day Shifts
40 scheduled hours per week
EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet
Disability accommodation support for the online application