Wollongong

Practice Manager

A Practice Manager oversees the daily running of a medical practice. You might work for a general practitioner or be employed by a specialist healthcare provider. Practice Managers ensure office systems are running effectively and arrange necessary training for staff. You might liaise with patients and medical staff and deal with any issues or concerns.

Practice Managers need excellent organisational skills and should be able to handle several tasks at once. You’ll need to be a good leader and have strong communication skills. It’s important that you value customer service and can work as part of a team. Practice Managers may have to call on their problem solving skills when needed.

 

Future demand High
Average yearly income $91,000
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a practice manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT47321

Certificate IV in Health Administration

Online
12 months
$0
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT57715

Diploma of Practice Management

Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $5,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration)

Online
14 months
$3,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT47715

Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting

Blended, Online, Traineeship
24 months
$0 - $11,760
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
10820NAT

Diploma of Leadership in Healthcare Practice

Online
24 months
$6,990
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Practice Manager

Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management

Online
6 - 8 months
$0 - $13,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
11218NAT

Diploma of Health Administration

Online
18 months
$6,650
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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