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Pure Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center: Parrish Sadeghi is a leading brand in Santa Monica, CA, dedicated to providing exceptional dermatological care. Led by Dr. Parrish Sadeghi, a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, the center offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and cosmetic procedures tailored to individual treatment plans. With years of experience in academic and private practice, Dr. Sadeghi is highly skilled in performing various procedures, including skin cancer surgery, aesthetic dermatology, and reconstructive treatments. Patients of all ages can expect personalized care and effective treatments that align with their lifestyle preferences. Pure Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center specializes in medical dermatology, addressing conditions such as acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and abnormal moles. The center also offers cosmetic dermatology treatments, including Botox®, fillers, personalized skincare, and laser treatments for skin rejuvenation. Surgical procedures, such as the removal of cysts and abnormal moles, as well as repair of torn earlobes, are performed by Dr. Sadeghi, ensuring optimal results. Experience exceptional care and achieve healthier, more radiant skin at Pure Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center: Parrish Sadeghi. Contact the center today to schedule an appointment and give your skin the care it deserves.

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Pure Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center is a trusted dermatology practice located in Santa Monica, CA. We are a team of four dedicated providers committed to delivering exceptional cosmetic, medical and surgical care to our patients.

## Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Dermatology Practice (Santa Monica, CA)

**Role Overview**

The Fractional COO will work directly with the owner to optimize operations, improve profitability, reduce inefficiencies, reduce day-to-day owner involvement and strengthen team performance while maintaining a high-touch, "white-glove" patient experience.

Estimated commitment: **~20-25 hours per week**

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Operational Leadership & Oversight**

- Oversee day-to-day operations of front and back office teams
- Ensure smooth clinic flow, provider support, and patient experience
- Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable systems and workflows
- Maintain a high standard of professionalism and accountability across staff

**2. Financial & Performance Management**

- Monitor key metrics
- Identify revenue leakage (uncollected balances, underutilized schedules, etc.)
- Partner with billing and accounting teams to improve collections and reduce A/R
- Provide regular reporting and actionable insights to ownership
- Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement.

**3. Staffing, Culture & Accountability**

- Oversee staffing structure, scheduling, and coverage
- Address performance issues proactively and professionally
- Implement clear expectations, KPIs, and accountability systems for team members
- Support hiring, onboarding, and training processes
- Foster a positive but high-performance culture

**4. Systems & Process Optimization**

- Evaluate and improve existing systems (EMR, scheduling, patient communication tools)
- Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) across departments
- Reduce waste (supplies, time, inefficiencies)
- Improve coordination between front and back office teams

**5. Vendor & Cost Management**

- Review vendor contracts and expenses (software, supplies, services)
- Identify opportunities to reduce overhead without compromising quality
- Negotiate and manage vendor relationships

**6. Social Media and Marketing**

- Oversee and improve the practice's social media presence.

**Qualifications**

- Proven experience as a Chief Operating Officer or similar role in a healthcare setting, preferably within dermatology or a related field.
- Excellent financial acumen with a track record of improving revenue and reducing costs.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a diverse team.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strategic thinker with a track record of successful planning and execution.

**Compensation**

- 1099 compensation will be tailored based on experience and may include performance-based incentives tied to key operational and financial metrics.

**Work Arrangement**

- In-person (not remote)
- Part-time
- Location: 2001 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Patient Experience

We are a full-service dermatology practice offering the most up to date and latest advances in medical and surgical treatment of all conditions related to the skin, hair, and nails as well as a full array of procedures to improve and rejuvenate the appearance and health of the skin.

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**Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Dermatology Practice (Santa Monica, CA)**

We are a well-established, high-end dermatology and skin surgery practice in Santa Monica seeking a **Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO)** to partner closely with the founder and lead the day-to-day operations of the business.

This is an **in-person,** **hands-on, strategic + operational role** ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, service-driven healthcare environment and enjoys building systems, leading teams, and driving measurable results.

**About the Practice**

- Established, busy physician-owned dermatology practice with 4 providers
- Mix of cosmetic, medical, and surgical (including Mohs) services
- Known for high-touch, hospitality-driven patient experience with highest number of 5-star google reviews in the area

**Role Overview**

The Fractional COO will work directly with the owner to **optimize operations, improve profitability, reduce inefficiencies, and strengthen team performance** while maintaining a high-touch, premium patient experience.

This role requires both **strategic thinking and execution** — you will not only design systems but also ensure they are implemented and followed.

Estimated commitment: **~20-25 hours per week**

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Operational Leadership & Oversight**

- Oversee day-to-day operations of front and back office teams
- Ensure smooth clinic flow, provider support, and patient experience
- Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable systems and workflows
- Maintain a high standard of professionalism and accountability across staff

**2. Financial & Performance Management**

- Monitor key metrics including:
- Revenue per provider
- Schedule utilization
- Cost of goods (cosmetics, supplies)
- Payroll as % of revenue
- Accounts receivable aging
- Identify revenue leakage (uncollected balances, underutilized schedules, inefficiencies)
- Partner with billing and accounting teams to improve collections and reduce A/R
- Provide regular reporting and actionable insights to ownership
- Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement.

**3. Staffing, Culture & Accountability**

- Oversee staffing structure, scheduling, and coverage
- Address performance issues proactively and professionally
- Implement clear expectations, KPIs, and accountability systems for team members
- Support hiring, onboarding, and training processes
- Foster a positive but high-performance culture

**4. Systems & Process Optimization**

- Evaluate and improve existing systems (EMR, scheduling, patient communication tools)
- Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) across departments
- Reduce waste (supplies, time, inefficiencies)
- Improve coordination between front and back office teams

**5. Vendor & Cost Management**

- Review vendor contracts and expenses (software, supplies, services)
- Identify opportunities to reduce overhead without compromising quality
- Negotiate and manage vendor relationships

6. **Social Media and Marketing:**

- Oversee and improve the practice's social media presence.

**Ideal Candidate Profile**

We are looking for someone who is:

- **Highly operational** — you get into the details and make things happen
- **Financially savvy** — comfortable creating reports, analyzing numbers and making decisions based on data
- **Great Interpersonal skills** — you create a positive work culture and help resolve interpersonnel conflicts
- **Systems-oriented** — naturally identifies inefficiencies and builds structure
- **Adaptable and hands-on** — willing to step in where needed. No task is too small or too big.
- **Trustworthy and discreet** — will have access to sensitive business information

**Preferred Experience**

- Proven experience as a Chief Operating Officer or similar role in a healthcare setting, preferably within dermatology or a related field.
- Strong understanding of:
- Medical billing and collections
- Healthcare operations
- Cosmetic dermatology workflows (preferred but not required)
- Experience managing teams in a service-based business
- Familiarity with EMR systems (Modernizing Medicine/EMA a plus)
- Excellent financial acumen and a strategic thinker with a track record of successful planning and execution.

**Compensation**

- This is a **1099 fractional role**
- Compensation will be tailored based on experience and include performance-based incentives tied to key operational and financial metrics (e.g., revenue growth, schedule utilization, collections, and expense optimization).

**What Success Looks Like in This Role**

- Stronger systems that reduce owner involvement in day-to-day issues
- Improved schedule utilization and revenue per provider
- Reduction in A/R and faster collections
- Better staff accountability and reduced operational friction
- Decreased overhead and waste

**How to Apply**

Please email your **resume and cover letter** to **parrishsadeghi@gmail.com**.

To ensure our clinical team can remain focused on patient care, **please do not call or contact the office regarding this position.** All inquiries should be sent by email only.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person

Fractional Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Santa Monica

The Fractional COO will optimize operations, improve profitability, and strengthen team performance at Pure Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center in Santa Monica, CA. The role involves operational leadership, financial management, staffing, systems optimization, and vendor management, with an estimated commitment of 20-25 hours per week.

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