Practice Administrator, Primary Care

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our leadership team in the role of Practice Administrator, Primary Care.

The Practice Administrator leads and directs the operational performance of the organization’s medical practices, ensuring efficient, high-quality care delivery aligned with organizational goals. This role is responsible for enforcing policies and procedures while fostering clear communication and active engagement among staff to support cohesive practice operations. The administrator oversees daily functions, including staffing, workflow optimization, practice growth, service excellence, and financial management. With full accountability for both operational effectiveness and financial outcomes, this role drives continuous improvement and ensures the practices consistently meet performance, quality, and patient satisfaction targets.

Key Relationships

Reports to: Executive Director-Community Medicine Specialty Care

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field required; Master of Health Administration (MHA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred
• 7–10 years of experience as a healthcare professional
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in an ambulatory care setting
• 3–5 years of concurrent management experience overseeing physician practice operations
• Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare delivery systems, practice management, basic accounting/finance, and healthcare regulations/legislation
• Familiarity with benchmarking methodologies and best practice research
• Proficiency in computer systems and standard applications
• Ability to occasionally lift, move, or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds as needed

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care.  IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana. 

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.