Clinical Manager Jobs in Iowa
Clinical Manager jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids, where large health systems such as UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Health Care, and MercyOne operate extensive inpatient and outpatient networks. Demand is strongest in behavioral health, home health, and ambulatory care management, with openings at every level from newly promoted team leads to senior clinical operations managers overseeing multi-site programs. Iowa's growing rural health infrastructure has added consistent hiring across regional medical centers outside the major metros. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Clinical Manager – Hickory Treatment Centers
Department: Clinical
About the Role
The Clinical Manager (CM), is the lead management member of the treatment team, functioning as one of the primary facilitators for clients on the continuum between admission and discharge. The CM will collaborate with the Clinical Director routinely, assist in monitoring the progress of treatment plans, and assist in group program development assignments, and implementation.
Why Hickory Recovery?
Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on
- Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
- Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment.
Our Mission
What We Offer
- 401k
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- PTO
- Vision insurance
- Career development
- Mental health days
- Holiday pay
Job Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in a Behavioral Health discipline, Counseling, Social Work, or related field, with a minimum of 2 years post graduate experience. Clinical license eligible is required (LCAC, LMHC, LCSW).
- The ability to prioritize and multi-task, with exceptional time management skills. Ability to competently encourage and inspire direct reports in the delivery of stellar clinical services through professionalism. Demonstration of a client-centered team approach, with advanced computer skills.
- Understanding of Behavioral Health & substance abuse disorders.
- Scheduling flexibility REQUIRED to accommodate varied client admissions, including weekend and on-call assignments.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA in all communication regarding clients
- Demonstrate competency in the use of the DSM-5 for assessment and clinical decision-making.
- Provide initial screenings for potential client admissions when needed.
- Maintain a caseload of 8 – 10 clients.
- Facilitate process groups twice per week with assigned caseload
- Document all client sessions and complete discharge process as required
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, ethical treatment, and uphold professional boundaries, appearance, demeanor, and communication standards
- Perform all duties and responsibilities assigned to therapists
- Audit team documentation in the EMR to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Ensure all clinical documentation meets internal standards and regulatory requirements
- Provide supervision to Case Managers
- Prepare group materials aligned with current curriculum
- Complete competency reviews, training, and routine performance evaluations for supervised staff
- Attend weekly staff meetings with the treatment team
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Clinical Director or Executive Director
- Maintain ethical conduct, cultural sensitivity, and professional boundaries in all interactions.
- Participate in ongoing training, competency, development, and performance review processes.
Compensation
Learn More
www.hickorytreatmentcenters.com
Clinical Manager – Hickory Treatment Centers
Department: Clinical
About the Role
The Clinical Manager (CM), is the lead management member of the treatment team, functioning as one of the primary facilitators for clients on the continuum between admission and discharge. The CM will collaborate with the Clinical Director routinely, assist in monitoring the progress of treatment plans, and assist in group program development assignments, and implementation.
Why Hickory Recovery?
Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on
- Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
- Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment.
Our Mission
What We Offer
- 401k
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- PTO
- Vision insurance
- Career development
- Mental health days
- Holiday pay
Job Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in a Behavioral Health discipline, Counseling, Social Work, or related field, with a minimum of 2 years post graduate experience. Clinical license eligible is required (LCAC, LMHC, LCSW).
- The ability to prioritize and multi-task, with exceptional time management skills. Ability to competently encourage and inspire direct reports in the delivery of stellar clinical services through professionalism. Demonstration of a client-centered team approach, with advanced computer skills.
- Understanding of Behavioral Health & substance abuse disorders.
- Scheduling flexibility REQUIRED to accommodate varied client admissions, including weekend and on-call assignments.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA in all communication regarding clients
- Demonstrate competency in the use of the DSM-5 for assessment and clinical decision-making.
- Provide initial screenings for potential client admissions when needed.
- Maintain a caseload of 8 – 10 clients.
- Facilitate process groups twice per week with assigned caseload
- Document all client sessions and complete discharge process as required
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity, ethical treatment, and uphold professional boundaries, appearance, demeanor, and communication standards
- Perform all duties and responsibilities assigned to therapists
- Audit team documentation in the EMR to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Ensure all clinical documentation meets internal standards and regulatory requirements
- Provide supervision to Case Managers
- Prepare group materials aligned with current curriculum
- Complete competency reviews, training, and routine performance evaluations for supervised staff
- Attend weekly staff meetings with the treatment team
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Clinical Director or Executive Director
- Maintain ethical conduct, cultural sensitivity, and professional boundaries in all interactions.
- Participate in ongoing training, competency, development, and performance review processes.
Compensation
Learn More
www.hickorytreatmentcenters.com
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical manager jobs across Iowa.
- Active Iowa RN license or equivalent Iowa-recognized clinical license required
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related clinical field
- Minimum two to three years of direct clinical or patient care experience
- Prior supervisory or charge experience leading clinical staff or a care team
- Working knowledge of Joint Commission standards, CMS regulations, and quality metrics
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech
Clinical Manager Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical manager in Iowa?
Most clinical manager roles in Iowa require an active license issued or recognized by the Iowa Board of Nursing or the relevant Iowa professional licensing board for your clinical discipline. Employers typically expect a bachelor's degree in nursing or a health-related field, and many prefer a master's degree for larger programs. Gaining charge nurse or team lead experience inside an Iowa health system is the most direct path before moving into a management role.
Which companies hire clinical managers in Iowa?
Iowa clinical manager roles are posted by Elanco, Sodexo, and Immanuel and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's large integrated health systems and federally qualified health centers are consistent sources of openings year-round across inpatient, outpatient, and behavioral health settings.
Which Iowa cities have the most clinical manager jobs?
Des Moines, Iowa, and Albia have the most clinical manager openings in Iowa. Des Moines dominates because of its concentration of major health system headquarters and specialty clinics, while Iowa City is driven by University of Iowa Health Care, and Cedar Rapids draws from MercyOne and other regional medical networks anchoring the Corridor corridor.
Are there remote clinical manager jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical manager roles are largely on-site because they involve direct oversight of care teams and patient-facing operations. About 50% of clinical manager openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be in utilization management, case management, or population health program oversight rather than floor or unit management.
How can I get hired as a clinical manager in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a charge nurse or team lead role first, which large Iowa employers such as UnityPoint Health and University of Iowa Health Care regularly post as a stepping stone to full management. Pursuing a Nurse Manager and Leader certification through the American Organization for Nursing Leadership strengthens a candidacy before the title change. Applying to new manager residency or leadership development cohorts that Iowa health systems run internally is another concrete route when direct experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to clinical manager jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to clinical manager jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings across health systems, clinics, and specialty care organizations. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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