Onboarding a new employee in a medical office is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and set them up for success in their new role. Here are some best practices to consider for an effective onboarding process: Pre-boarding preparation: Start the onboarding process before the employee's first day. Share necessary paperwork, such as contracts, policies, and forms, in advance … [Read more...] about Howdy and welcome to the team: 8 best onboarding practices
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6 steps to making good decisions
Should you subscribe to this billing platform or that one? Should you hire this receptionist candidate or that one? Should you create this kind of schedule or that one? Decisions, decisions! As a medical office manager, making informed and effective decisions is crucial to ensure smooth operations and provide quality care to patients. Here is some advice on how to approach … [Read more...] about 6 steps to making good decisions
Be smart about scheduling to retain hourly employees
Staff scheduling can significantly impact the success of your practice. While scheduling may seem like a routine administrative task, its importance in retaining your valuable hourly employees cannot be overstated. A well-designed and thoughtful scheduling system can lead to increased job satisfaction, higher productivity, and improved staff retention rates. . Depending on the … [Read more...] about Be smart about scheduling to retain hourly employees
Time blocking strategies for success: A guide for medical office managers
Managing the day-to-day operations of a medical office while juggling multiple tasks and projects requires smart time management. One powerful method for staying organized and focused is time blocking. By allocating specific blocks of time to different responsibilities, it's easier to boost productivity, streamline workflows, and keep projects on track. Here’s how time blocking … [Read more...] about Time blocking strategies for success: A guide for medical office managers
4 strategies for more effective medical billing
By Isaac Smith The medical billing process can be a time-consuming endeavor, but there are several ways you can improve your practice’s revenue flow. Here are five strategies for increasing your medical billing efficiency. 1 Ensure transparency in payments Whether you provide in-network or out-of-network services, patients are looking for more transparency from their … [Read more...] about 4 strategies for more effective medical billing
Cultivate these 7 habits for success
As an office manager, you are responsible for the efficient operation of your workplace. Your role requires you to balance multiple tasks, manage diverse teams, and keep things organized. To become a highly effective office manager, you can take inspiration from Stephen Covey's timeless book, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People." Here are some tips based on Covey's … [Read more...] about Cultivate these 7 habits for success
What happened to weekends?
By Lynne Curry If you’ve lost your weekends to work projects begging to be finished and annoying pop-up employer emails, you’re not alone. According to ActivTrak’s survey of 134,260 employees who worked for 900 separate organizations, employees work an average of 6.6 hours, almost a full work day, each weekend. If this fits you, consider these questions: Has your job taken … [Read more...] about What happened to weekends?
6 tips to keep your hybrid team productive
Creating a productive work environment has always been essential—but with the rise of remote work in recent years, building a hybrid workplace that supports both remote and on-site staff has become a top priority. Balancing flexibility with accountability can be a challenge, but the right strategies can help your medical office thrive. Here are six tips to foster productivity … [Read more...] about 6 tips to keep your hybrid team productive
7 classic tips for work-life balance
The line between work life and personal life is more blurred than ever for today's office manager. But you need be able to turn off work and focus on family and other responsibilities, as well as recreation and taking care of your own well-being. Here are seven tips—classic but still valuable—for reclaiming your life beyond work. Set boundaries: It's important to set clear … [Read more...] about 7 classic tips for work-life balance
Get to work on time if you expect others to be punctual
Being punctual and reliable is a key part of leadership in any office. When you set the example by arriving on time, you establish a standard that encourages your entire team to do the same. Habitual lateness can affect not just your own productivity but also the rhythm and morale of the whole workplace. Here are a few tips to help you consistently get to work on time. … [Read more...] about Get to work on time if you expect others to be punctual