Practice Manager Jobs in California
Practice Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across healthcare, dental, optometry, and multi-site medical groups at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior operations manager. The largest hiring concentrations are in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and Dignity Health consistently recruit practice managers across their networks. The most in-demand specialties are primary care operations, behavioral health administration, and multi-provider outpatient practices. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Practice Manager is responsible for the daily administrative, operational, financial, and patient care support functions of the UCLA Health North Hollywood Specialty Clinics. This position provides leadership and oversight for the following service lines:
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Gastroenterology
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Interventional Endoscopy Services (IES)
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Nutrition Services
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Pain Management
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Colorectal Surgery
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Sports Medicine
There’s nothing more exciting and rewarding than being able to make a significant, positive difference in someone’s life. At UCLA Health, you’ll experience this joy every day while also enjoying the positive, supportive, and collaborative environment that makes ours one of the most loved workplaces. Join us and find out for yourself.
As the Practice Manager you will oversees the administrative and clinical support functions for our Specialty Care Clinic in North Hollywood, a part of the UCLA Health Community Clinics. This role is responsible for ensuring an effective, compliant, and patient-centered operation through oversight of patient experience, access, financial performance, staffing, clinical quality, and operational execution. You will partner closely with physician leadership and operational stakeholders to support high-quality care delivery consistent with UCLA Health standards and CI-CARE values.
At UCLA Health, passionate clinicians in a wide range of disciplines have enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with five award-winning hospitals and more than 300 community clinics throughout Southern California. We’re also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you’re looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health.
Pay Range: $73,400.00 - $149,600.00 annually
Qualifications
- Demonstrated effective supervisory skills including experience in recruitment, performance appraisal, identification and communication of expectations, discipline, and training.
- Skill in analyzing information and procedures to define objectives, identify patterns and recognize alternatives and their implications.
- Skill in operating a personal computer and software programs, including MS Word, and Excel Spreadsheet.
- Interpersonal skills to promote a cooperative and productive work environment and to establish and maintain cooperative, productive working relationships with faculty, residents, medical students and staff from various social, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology.
- Writing skills to prepare accurate and concise reports and memorandums that clearly convey information utilizing appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
- Working knowledge of computerized appointment scheduling and registration system, and the ability to effectively train staff in the use of the system.
- Working knowledge of major medical insurance plans. Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings as required.
- Working knowledge of University and Hospital policies and procedures to appropriately manage patient registration, cashiering, risk management, and personnel.
- Working knowledge of the CareConnect system.
- Demonstrated experience in managing patient services and nursing staff in a private medical practice or community clinic.
- Accounting skills to plan, prepare and analyze revenue and expense budgets.
The Practice Manager is responsible for the daily administrative, operational, financial, and patient care support functions of the UCLA Health North Hollywood Specialty Clinics. This position provides leadership and oversight for the following service lines:
-
Gastroenterology
-
Interventional Endoscopy Services (IES)
-
Nutrition Services
-
Pain Management
-
Colorectal Surgery
-
Sports Medicine
There’s nothing more exciting and rewarding than being able to make a significant, positive difference in someone’s life. At UCLA Health, you’ll experience this joy every day while also enjoying the positive, supportive, and collaborative environment that makes ours one of the most loved workplaces. Join us and find out for yourself.
As the Practice Manager you will oversees the administrative and clinical support functions for our Specialty Care Clinic in North Hollywood, a part of the UCLA Health Community Clinics. This role is responsible for ensuring an effective, compliant, and patient-centered operation through oversight of patient experience, access, financial performance, staffing, clinical quality, and operational execution. You will partner closely with physician leadership and operational stakeholders to support high-quality care delivery consistent with UCLA Health standards and CI-CARE values.
At UCLA Health, passionate clinicians in a wide range of disciplines have enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with five award-winning hospitals and more than 300 community clinics throughout Southern California. We’re also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you’re looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health.
Pay Range: $73,400.00 - $149,600.00 annually
Qualifications
- Demonstrated effective supervisory skills including experience in recruitment, performance appraisal, identification and communication of expectations, discipline, and training.
- Skill in analyzing information and procedures to define objectives, identify patterns and recognize alternatives and their implications.
- Skill in operating a personal computer and software programs, including MS Word, and Excel Spreadsheet.
- Interpersonal skills to promote a cooperative and productive work environment and to establish and maintain cooperative, productive working relationships with faculty, residents, medical students and staff from various social, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology.
- Writing skills to prepare accurate and concise reports and memorandums that clearly convey information utilizing appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
- Working knowledge of computerized appointment scheduling and registration system, and the ability to effectively train staff in the use of the system.
- Working knowledge of major medical insurance plans. Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings as required.
- Working knowledge of University and Hospital policies and procedures to appropriately manage patient registration, cashiering, risk management, and personnel.
- Working knowledge of the CareConnect system.
- Demonstrated experience in managing patient services and nursing staff in a private medical practice or community clinic.
- Accounting skills to plan, prepare and analyze revenue and expense budgets.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in practice manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a closely related field
- Two or more years of supervisory experience in a clinical or medical office setting
- Familiarity with California-specific healthcare compliance, including DMHC and HIPAA requirements
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or athenahealth
- Strong background in billing, coding, and revenue cycle management for California payer networks
- Demonstrated ability to manage staff scheduling, patient flow, and operational budgets
Practice Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a practice manager in California?
Most practice manager roles in California require a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field, combined with direct supervisory experience in a clinical setting. California does not mandate a state-issued license specific to practice managers, but many employers prefer candidates who hold a Certified Medical Manager credential or a Fellow of the American College of Medical Practice Executives designation. Starting as a medical office supervisor or operations coordinator at a California clinic or health system is the most common path into the role.
Which companies hire practice managers in California?
Employers hiring practice managers in California right now include Banfield Pet Hospital, UCLA Health, and City of Hope, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's density of large integrated health systems, independent medical groups, and dental support organizations means hiring is consistent and spread across multiple regions of the state.
Which California cities have the most practice manager jobs?
Los Angeles, Fresno, and San Francisco have the most practice manager openings in California. Los Angeles dominates due to its sheer size and concentration of major health systems and specialty group practices, while San Francisco and San Diego draw steady hiring from academic medical centers, biotech-adjacent clinics, and large outpatient networks anchored by regional employers.
Are there remote practice manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Practice management is fundamentally an on-site role involving staff oversight, patient flow, and daily clinic operations that require a physical presence. About 14% of practice manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in administrative functions such as billing oversight, credentialing coordination, or multi-site operations management that can be handled off-site.
How can I get hired as a practice manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a medical receptionist, patient services coordinator, or medical office specialist at a California clinic or health system and moving into a supervisory role from there. Large California employers such as Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health run internal leadership development programs that help high-performing frontline staff transition into operations and management roles. Completing a healthcare administration certificate through a California community college or earning a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant credential strengthens a candidate's profile considerably before applying for a first management posting.
Where can I find and apply to practice manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to practice manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across healthcare, dental, and multi-specialty practices. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly through each listing.
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