How do I become a primary health organisation manager
Get qualified to work as a primary health organisation manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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The average salary for Primary Health Organisation Managers is currently $1,800 per week ($93,600 per annum). Increase your earning capacity by obtaining post-graduate qualifications in public health, leadership, and health administration.
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There are no clear employment figures for Primary Health Organisation Managers working in Australia right now. They are employed by community health organisations, private medical/dental practices, and government-owned agencies.
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Primary Health Organisation Managers need a working knowledge of healthcare administration, as well as business leadership and HR skills. Get started with a VET Diploma of Practice Management which will teach you how to manage health billing and accounting systems while developing your skills in leadership, HR, and business administration. As your career progresses you will benefit from a Bachelor of Public Health, Master of Health Administration, or Master of Leadership and Management in Healthcare.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023
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Primary Health Organisation Manager careers
Primary Health Organisation Managers oversee the daily operations and management of hospitals, large medical and dental centres, community health organisations, and clinical practices. They manage teams of doctors, clinicians, and support staff while ensuring top-level customer service and the billing system maximises incentives from Medicare.
As a Primary Health Organisation Manager you could be developing internal policies and procedures for nursing and administrative staff, preparing a quarterly budget, reading an update to the Medicare billing rules, interviewing a candidate for the clinic’s receptionist position, training a new staff member on record-keeping policies and compliance, or running a staff meeting to discuss some customer service concerns.
