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Get Access To All JobsCareer-defining. Life-changing.
At iRhythm, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what’s possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives. We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career.
About This Role:
Job Summary and Purpose:
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Clinical Operations Manager to lead and optimize the daily operations of our services team. This role will oversee a team of 20-25 non-exempt staff, ensuring high performance in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing large non-exempt teams, driving continuous improvement through KPIs and performance metrics, and utilizing workflow automation tools to enhance operational efficiency.
This position requires excellent leadership skills, cross-functional communication abilities, and a focus on customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Management: Oversee daily operations of a team of 20-25 non-exempt staff, ensuring performance meets department production, quality, and operational standards.
- Performance Management: Track and evaluate staff performance metrics, implementing process improvements to meet or exceed quality and efficiency goals.
- Coaching & Development: Provide coaching, guidance, and recognition to foster a high-performance culture. Conduct performance reviews and facilitate corrective actions in partnership with HR and senior leadership.
- Escalation & Recovery: Manage customer service in high-volume environments, ensuring efficient escalation and recovery processes to meet service excellence standards.
- Operational Oversight: Ensure day-to-day service delivery in a high-volume environment runs efficiently and in accordance with established policies and regulations.
- Compliance & Regulations: Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and company policies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain and update these standards.
- Strategic Planning: Contribute to strategic planning and leadership initiatives, working closely with senior management to achieve long-term organizational goals.
- Budget & Resource Management: Oversee team budget, managing resources and additional hours needed to achieve targets. Partner with talent acquisition to manage headcount and recruitment strategy.
- Staff Development: Facilitate ongoing staff development by coordinating training with clinical teams to meet performance and quality standards.
- Continuous Improvement: Assist with quality management programs, provide feedback on operational efficiencies, and collaborate on cross-functional projects to support company-wide initiatives.
- Performance Dashboards & Tools: Utilize workflow automation tools and performance dashboards to monitor team performance and operational metrics, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Must-Have Skills and Qualifications:
- Team Leadership: Proven experience managing large teams in a service environment, with a focus on performance management and fostering a high-performance culture.
- KPI and Metrics: Expertise in utilizing KPIs and performance metrics to drive operational improvements and meet organizational objectives.
- Clinical Operational Workflow Management: Experience managing clinical operational workflows, overseeing day-to-day service delivery in high-volume environments.
- Workflow Automation Tools: Proficiency with workflow automation tools and familiarity with production software and performance dashboards.
- Cross-functional Communication: Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with clinical, operational, and leadership teams.
- Customer Service Excellence: Demonstrated experience managing customer service in high-volume settings and implementing recovery processes to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Escalation & Recovery: Experience in managing efficient escalation and recovery processes to resolve operational issues.
- Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of state and federal regulations in healthcare operations and the ability to ensure compliance.
- Staff Performance & Development: Experience in performance management, staff coaching, and fostering staff development through training initiatives.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of Management experience in operations management, preferably in medical device, healthcare services or clinical setting
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Proven ability to manage high-volume operations and large teams
Nice-to-Have Skills and Qualifications:
- Broader Healthcare Services Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare services, including telehealth, health insurance, and diagnostics.
- Operational Challenges Across Sectors: Awareness of operational challenges in multiple healthcare sectors.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving work environment.
- Willingness to attend off-site leadership events and participate in professional development activities.
- Ability to attend the local IDTF in person to support staff and handle escalation issues as required by business needs.
Location:
San Francisco
Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.
Estimated Pay Range
$131,000.00 - $170,000.00
As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.
iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com.
About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.
Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.
There have been instances where individuals not associated with iRhythm have impersonated iRhythm employees pretending to be involved in the iRhythm recruiting process, or created postings for positions that do not exist. Please note that all open positions will always be shown here on the iRhythm Careers page, and all communications regarding the application, interview and hiring process will come from a @irhythmtech.com email address. Please check any communications to be sure they come directly from @irhythmtech.com email address. If you believe you have been the victim of an imposter or want to confirm that the person you are communicating with is legitimate, please contact taops@irhythmtech.com. Written offers of employment will be extended in a formal offer letter from an @irhythmtech.com email address ONLY.
For more information, see https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/blog/2023/01/taking-ploy-out-employment-scams and https://www.ic3.gov/Media/Y2020/PSA200121.
Career-defining. Life-changing.
At iRhythm, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what’s possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives. We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career.
About This Role:
Job Summary and Purpose:
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Clinical Operations Manager to lead and optimize the daily operations of our services team. This role will oversee a team of 20-25 non-exempt staff, ensuring high performance in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing large non-exempt teams, driving continuous improvement through KPIs and performance metrics, and utilizing workflow automation tools to enhance operational efficiency.
This position requires excellent leadership skills, cross-functional communication abilities, and a focus on customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Management: Oversee daily operations of a team of 20-25 non-exempt staff, ensuring performance meets department production, quality, and operational standards.
- Performance Management: Track and evaluate staff performance metrics, implementing process improvements to meet or exceed quality and efficiency goals.
- Coaching & Development: Provide coaching, guidance, and recognition to foster a high-performance culture. Conduct performance reviews and facilitate corrective actions in partnership with HR and senior leadership.
- Escalation & Recovery: Manage customer service in high-volume environments, ensuring efficient escalation and recovery processes to meet service excellence standards.
- Operational Oversight: Ensure day-to-day service delivery in a high-volume environment runs efficiently and in accordance with established policies and regulations.
- Compliance & Regulations: Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and company policies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain and update these standards.
- Strategic Planning: Contribute to strategic planning and leadership initiatives, working closely with senior management to achieve long-term organizational goals.
- Budget & Resource Management: Oversee team budget, managing resources and additional hours needed to achieve targets. Partner with talent acquisition to manage headcount and recruitment strategy.
- Staff Development: Facilitate ongoing staff development by coordinating training with clinical teams to meet performance and quality standards.
- Continuous Improvement: Assist with quality management programs, provide feedback on operational efficiencies, and collaborate on cross-functional projects to support company-wide initiatives.
- Performance Dashboards & Tools: Utilize workflow automation tools and performance dashboards to monitor team performance and operational metrics, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Must-Have Skills and Qualifications:
- Team Leadership: Proven experience managing large teams in a service environment, with a focus on performance management and fostering a high-performance culture.
- KPI and Metrics: Expertise in utilizing KPIs and performance metrics to drive operational improvements and meet organizational objectives.
- Clinical Operational Workflow Management: Experience managing clinical operational workflows, overseeing day-to-day service delivery in high-volume environments.
- Workflow Automation Tools: Proficiency with workflow automation tools and familiarity with production software and performance dashboards.
- Cross-functional Communication: Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with clinical, operational, and leadership teams.
- Customer Service Excellence: Demonstrated experience managing customer service in high-volume settings and implementing recovery processes to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Escalation & Recovery: Experience in managing efficient escalation and recovery processes to resolve operational issues.
- Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of state and federal regulations in healthcare operations and the ability to ensure compliance.
- Staff Performance & Development: Experience in performance management, staff coaching, and fostering staff development through training initiatives.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of Management experience in operations management, preferably in medical device, healthcare services or clinical setting
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Proven ability to manage high-volume operations and large teams
Nice-to-Have Skills and Qualifications:
- Broader Healthcare Services Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare services, including telehealth, health insurance, and diagnostics.
- Operational Challenges Across Sectors: Awareness of operational challenges in multiple healthcare sectors.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving work environment.
- Willingness to attend off-site leadership events and participate in professional development activities.
- Ability to attend the local IDTF in person to support staff and handle escalation issues as required by business needs.
Location:
San Francisco
Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.
Estimated Pay Range
$131,000.00 - $170,000.00
As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.
iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com.
About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.
Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.
There have been instances where individuals not associated with iRhythm have impersonated iRhythm employees pretending to be involved in the iRhythm recruiting process, or created postings for positions that do not exist. Please note that all open positions will always be shown here on the iRhythm Careers page, and all communications regarding the application, interview and hiring process will come from a @irhythmtech.com email address. Please check any communications to be sure they come directly from @irhythmtech.com email address. If you believe you have been the victim of an imposter or want to confirm that the person you are communicating with is legitimate, please contact taops@irhythmtech.com. Written offers of employment will be extended in a formal offer letter from an @irhythmtech.com email address ONLY.
For more information, see https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/blog/2023/01/taking-ploy-out-employment-scams and https://www.ic3.gov/Media/Y2020/PSA200121.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Operations Manager
Verify your degree aligns with SOC 11-9111
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field to the role's SOC code. A degree in health administration, nursing, or life sciences maps cleanly. A general business degree without clinical coursework can trigger an RFE, so document the connection proactively.
Target employers with certified LCA histories
Search Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Operations Manager roles by employers who have certified LCAs under your target SOC code. Employers with repeat filings signal an established H-1B process, reducing the risk of a first-time sponsorship delay during offer negotiations.
Use OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage
Look up the prevailing wage for Clinical Operations Manager in your target metro using the OFLC Wage Search before you receive an offer. Knowing the Level II or Level III benchmark lets you evaluate whether an employer's offer meets DOL requirements without surprises after filing.
Prioritize cap-exempt or cap-exempt-adjacent employers
Hospital systems, academic medical centers, and nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. If you're currently on OPT, targeting these employers eliminates lottery risk entirely and lets the employer file any time of year.
Get your clinical credentials documented before interviews
Many Clinical Operations Manager roles require documentation of GCP training, IRB experience, or protocol management history. Employers starting the LCA process need to confirm specialty occupation in the filing, and gaps in your credential record can slow that assessment significantly.
Confirm the employer's I-129 timeline against your OPT end date
USCIS standard processing for an I-129 petition currently runs three to five months. If your OPT expires within that window, confirm the employer will file with premium processing or has the cap-gap provision covered before you accept an offer.
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Find Clinical Operations Manager JobsClinical Operations Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Operations Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as health administration, clinical research, life sciences, or nursing. USCIS evaluates the job duties against the stated degree requirement. Roles where a general business degree alone satisfies the requirement may face scrutiny, so the employer's job description should specify the required field of study clearly.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Operations Manager roles?
Contract research organizations, large pharma and biotech companies, academic medical centers, and integrated hospital systems account for the bulk of LCA filings under this title. Academic medical centers and nonprofit hospital systems are often cap-exempt, meaning they can file year-round without entering the lottery. You can browse employers with active filing histories for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Clinical Operations Manager H-1B filings?
Your employer must certify in the LCA that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for Clinical Operations Manager in the specific work location. The prevailing wage is tiered by experience level, and metro markets with higher clinical research activity typically carry higher wage floors. Confirm the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your offer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I move between clinical organizations?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file before your current authorized stay expires. The role at the new employer must still qualify as a specialty occupation under the same SOC classification, which Clinical Operations Manager consistently meets.
What documentation should I prepare before an employer begins my H-1B filing?
Your employer's immigration counsel will need your degree certificates, official transcripts, a detailed resume showing clinical operations responsibilities, and any professional certifications such as GCP training records or clinical research coordinator credentials. If your degree was issued outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator is typically required. Having these documents organized before the offer stage speeds up the LCA and I-129 filing timeline significantly.
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