Market Manager, Physician Services at Lifepoint Health, Athens, TN

Market Manager, Physician Services at Lifepoint Health in Athens, TN. Full-time. Est. up to $130k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Your experience matters
Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Market Clinic Manager joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team
At Starr Regional Medical Center, our physician practices provide primary and specialty care in a collaborative, community-focused environment where providers and staff work together to deliver exceptional patient care. Our growing network of clinics offers a supportive, close-knit team culture and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through operational leadership, process improvement, and continued growth.

How you’ll contribute
A Manager who excels in this role:

• Oversee daily operations across multiple physician practices, including primary care and specialty clinics, ensuring efficient workflows and quality patient care.

• Provide operational leadership and support to office and practice managers across the market.

• Partner with physicians, clinical teams, and administrative staff to identify operational challenges, improve processes, and enhance patient experiences.

• Oversee operational compliance for Rural Health Clinics (RHCs), including required audits, documentation, and regulatory standards.

• Evaluate and standardize clinical and administrative workflows across practices, including processes within the Athena EMR system.

• Support staffing operations, employee development, performance management, and team collaboration in partnership with practice leadership.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiency, and consistency across multiple locations.

• Build strong relationships with providers and staff while fostering a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

• Provide operational coverage and leadership support when practice managers are unavailable.

• Support organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What we’re looking for
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field required; equivalent relevant leadership and operational experience may be considered in lieu of education. Additional requirements include:

• Previous healthcare operations experience required, preferably within physician practices, outpatient clinics, or hospital operations.

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience required; 2–3 years preferred.

• Experience overseeing operations across multiple departments or locations strongly preferred.

• Understanding of clinical operations, provider workflows, and healthcare regulatory requirements.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate workflows, implement process improvements, and manage competing priorities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to navigate difficult conversations and build relationships with physicians and staff.

• Proficiency with electronic health records and standard business applications; Athena experience preferred.

• Knowledge of Rural Health Clinic operations and compliance preferred.

• Ability to travel between physician practices as needed.

• Clinical licensure is not required.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, typically 8:00am – 5:00pm

Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Starr Regional Medical Center
Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118-bed hospital that has proudly served Athens and the surrounding communities for more than 50 years. We are proud to be recognized with an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group and The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval®, reflecting our commitment to providing high-quality, safe and compassionate care to the communities we serve.

EEOC Statement
“Starr Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”