Dear [Medical Office] Team, The safety and well-being of our staff and patients are of utmost importance. In a medical setting, preventing slips, trips, and falls is crucial to ensure a secure environment for both employees and those seeking medical care. Please take note of the following guidelines to minimize the risk of accidents: Clear Pathways: Keep … [Read more...] about Medical office safety briefing – Preventing slips, trips, and falls
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Managing the money for your medical office
Effective financial management ensures that your office runs smoothly, remains compliant, and continues to provide high-quality care to patients. Here are some essential financial management tips to help you stay on top of your practice’s finances: 1. Create a Detailed Budget A well-crafted budget is the foundation of sound financial management. Start by outlining all … [Read more...] about Managing the money for your medical office
March To-Do List for a Medical Office Manager
As winter transitions to spring, March is a great time to refresh your medical office operations, ensure compliance, and prepare for the upcoming busy seasons. This month brings opportunities to review first-quarter goals, improve patient engagement, and get ahead of seasonal trends like allergies and springtime checkups. Use this checklist to stay on track and keep your … [Read more...] about March To-Do List for a Medical Office Manager
Fail Forward: Turning Fear into Fuel for Success
By Lynne Curry Jeremiah avoided speaking up in meetings. Instead, he let others dominate team discussions. When his boss asked him to lead a department-wide update, he declined—it cost him a promotion. After landing the largest project her company had ever received, Maggie froze. When she didn’t deliver the first assignment by deadline, she lost the contract. Anna … [Read more...] about Fail Forward: Turning Fear into Fuel for Success
Creating a safe and healthy work environment for your staff
One of your top priorities is ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for both your administrative and clinical staff. This not only enhances productivity and morale but also ensures compliance with relevant regulations. Here’s a guide on how to create a safe and healthy workspace for everyone in your practice, including information on common types of … [Read more...] about Creating a safe and healthy work environment for your staff
Micro-Retirement: Taking a Time-Out During Your Career
By Lynne Curry Are you craving a new adventure? Has your once-steady career momentum fizzled—or worse, have you burnt out? Does the thought of grinding away another 10, 20, or 30years until retirement leave you feeling drained? If so, you’re not alone. Dana Saerstein, 31, decided she’d had enough. “If I keep working myself to the bone until I’m 60, I might never … [Read more...] about Micro-Retirement: Taking a Time-Out During Your Career
Medical Office Cleaning Guide
Maintaining a clean and sanitary medical office is essential for ensuring patient safety, preventing infections, and creating a professional environment. Use this guide to establish and maintain an effective cleaning routine. Daily Cleaning Tasks Reception and Waiting Areas: Wipe down all high-touch surfaces (doorknobs, light switches, countertops, chairs, and tables) … [Read more...] about Medical Office Cleaning Guide
Why Every Office Manager Should Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
You’re the hub of activity and the go-to problem solver when you are an office administrator. You’ve probably answered the same questions more times than you can count or had to troubleshoot chaos when key team members were out of the office. These scenarios—and many more—underscore the critical need for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in your office. SOPs might not … [Read more...] about Why Every Office Manager Should Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Marketing Yourself: Building a Professional Brand in Healthcare
How do you stand out in your profession? Building a strong personal brand can open doors to new opportunities, help you establish credibility, and position you as a leader in healthcare administration. Here’s how to market yourself effectively through your resume, LinkedIn profile, and overall professional image. 1. Crafting a Compelling Resume Your resume isn’t just a list … [Read more...] about Marketing Yourself: Building a Professional Brand in Healthcare
Stepping Up: Preparing for Higher-Level Roles in Healthcare Administration
Running a medical office means juggling many responsibilities—overseeing daily operations, managing staff, ensuring compliance, and keeping patient care running smoothly. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, transitioning into a higher-level role like a Practice Administrator, Healthcare Executive, or even Hospital Administrator can open up new opportunities … [Read more...] about Stepping Up: Preparing for Higher-Level Roles in Healthcare Administration