staffing AAP.org > Professional Resources > Practice Transformation > Managing the Practice > Staffing Managing the PracticePatient Access ManagementSetting Office HoursMaking the Best Use of Office HoursPhysician SchedulingExtended Office HoursOpen Access SchedulingTelephone Care and After Hours CareMarketing the PracticeSocial MediaOffice WebsitesOn Hold MessagingOrganizing and Growing the PracticeOrganizational ChartsManagement vs. LeadershipPractice Aggregation and Growth ModelsFull Asset MergerStaffingThe Importance of TeamworkBenefits of a Strong Practice ManagerTeam Members and Sample Job DescriptionsDetermining Pay StructureStaff TrainingsStaff SchedulingPerformance EvaluationEmployee HandbookThe Importance of Teamwork Benefits of a Strong Practice Manager Team Members and Sample Job Descriptions Determining Pay Structure Staff Trainings Staff Scheduling Performance Evaluation Employee Handbook Office WorkflowImplementing Team Meetings and HuddlesIdeas and Examples for Improving WorkflowPatient Health Information ManagementThe Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)Electronic Medical RecordsRetention of Pediatric Medical RecordsQuality ImprovementGroup Purchasing Organizations - GPOsClosing the PracticeThings to Consider Before Closing the PracticeNotifying Patients and Families of Practice ClosureMedical Record RetentionMedical Malpractice Insurance and Tail CoverageAddressing Patient IssuesObtaining Patient FeedbackHandling Patient ConcernsDischarging Patients from the PracticeCommunication Strategies for Discontinuing Contracted Insurances Staffing Appropriate staffing can help a practice run efficiently, increase patient satisfaction, and assist with patient workload. The Importance of Teamwork Team members provide integrated, comprehensive care for patients and families in the primary pediatric care setting. Benefits of a Strong Practice Manager This article outlines qualities to look for in potential candidates, and responsibilities that are typically assigned to a Practice Manager. Team Members and Sample Job Descriptions This article provides an overview of the common staff positions in a pediatric practice, along with sample job descriptions. Determining Pay Structure This article discusses the Fair Labor Standards Act and provides guidance on determining whether an employee is hourly or salaried. Staff Trainings Guidelines for training new and established employees. Staff Scheduling Tips on scheduling non-physician staff in a pediatric practice setting. Performance Evaluation Appropriate staffing can help a practice run efficiently, increase patient satisfaction, and assist with patient workload. Employee Handbook This article provides links to a Table of Contents template, as well as a sample employee handbook from a pediatric practice. Advertising Disclaimer
