Clinic DirectorCoastal Family Health Center

Join our team as Clinic Director at Coastal Family Health Center in Astoria, OR. Clinic Directors play a central leadership role at YVFWC, overseeing the daily operations that keep our clinics running smoothly and effectively. They lead multidisciplinary teams, support providers, and ensure that patient satisfaction, quality, and access goals are consistently met. Through strong operational oversight and a commitment to continuous improvement, Clinic Directors help shape the overall experience for both patients and staff. You will provide strategic leadership and operational excellence across multiple service lines, ensuring high-quality patient care and a thriving team culture. You’ll oversee clinical, administrative, and support staff while driving performance, financial sustainability, and continuous improvement across our clinic sites.

About Astoria, Oregon

Located in Oregon’s northwestern corner, Astoria is a historic and vibrant riverfront community overlooking where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean. Founded in 1811, it is celebrated as the state's oldest city, with deep roots dating back to Lewis & Clark. The city blends rich maritime history with a lively cultural scene, offering eclectic shops, museums, galleries, restaurants, and world‑class craft breweries in a walkable 40‑block downtown listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Astoria’s mix of historic charm, natural beauty, and community‑focused living makes it an exceptional place to live and work, whether you enjoy coastal views, outdoor recreation, or a close‑knit local community.

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics. Visit us at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

What We Offer:

• $138k- $184k DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates

• $11,000 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:

  • At Hire: $3,300

  • At 6 months: $4,400

  • At 12 months: $3,300

  • Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

• 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine

• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available

• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more.

• Relocation allowance is available.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead operations for two or more medical, dental, and/or pharmacy service line clinics, overseeing 45–100 FTEs, 25,000–65,000 annual encounters, and a $7–16M expense budget.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and providers through training, coaching, performance evaluations, and ongoing performance management.

• Support staff development by assessing educational needs, encouraging continuous learning, and delivering strong orientation for all new team members.

• Build and maintain an inclusive, collaborative work environment that prioritizes employee engagement, high performance, and retention.

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of medical, dental, and pharmacy teams; manage supervisors and managers to ensure efficient workflows, resource utilization, and team effectiveness.

• Ensure high-quality clinical operations aligned with patient-centered medical home standards, organizational protocols, FQHC requirements, and practice management best practices.

• Lead performance in patient experience, quality metrics, patient access, enrollment targets, and ED utilization; resolve escalated patient concerns and reinforce service excellence.

• Develop and manage encounter budgets, monitor financial performance, oversee billing workflows, and manage controllable budget variances.

• Build strong community partnerships, collaborate with local healthcare leaders, and recommend service changes based on community needs and organizational capacity.

• Champion operational improvement and change management initiatives while ensuring full compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards (Joint Commission, NCQA, UDS, Meaningful Use, and state/federal requirements).

Qualifications:

• Education/Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field and a minimum of 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience in healthcare, OR

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 3 years of supervisory/leadership experience in healthcare.

• Valid Driver’s License and proof of auto liability insurance coverage.

• Experience with community health centers or primary care services.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage operations, and communicate effectively.

• Knowledge of Washington/Oregon health plans, Community & Migrant Health Centers, or medical/dental operations.

• Proficiency in EPIC or similar systems.

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.