Practice Partners Podcast
Welcome to Practice Partners Podcast, where Ami, a seasoned practice owner, and Zac, a dynamic practice manager, team up to explore the ins and outs of healthcare business management. Together, they share their expertise as consultants for practice owners and managers through their work with Practice Partners, while also operating Ami's own successful medical centre group, Innovate Health.
From funny behind-the-scenes stories to real-world challenges and valuable insights, Practice Partners Podcast is your go-to podcast for everything practice management and operations. Whether you’re a seasoned practice owner, a budding manager, or just curious about what goes on behind the reception desk, join Ami and Zac for an engaging and informative journey into the heart of healthcare business.
Tune in for laughs, lessons, and a little chaos—because running a medical practice is anything but boring!
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Practice Partners Podcast
#31 - Reception Roster Myths – Ratios That Actually Work
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How many receptionists do you really need? Spoiler: There’s no magic number. 🔢📋
In this episode of the Practice Partners Podcast, we challenge the idea that front desk staffing should be based on fixed ratios. Instead, we explore what actually drives effective rostering, including:
✅ Why reception-to-doctor ratios don't work in isolation
✅ The importance of workflow, patient flow, and task complexity
✅ How automation and IT integration can reduce admin overload
✅ Tips for creating a lean, efficient front desk team that still delivers top-tier service
✅ When “overstaffed” is actually just under-structured
It’s not about more hands — it’s about smarter systems.
🎧 Listen now and rethink your reception roster! Get in touch with the team if you think we can assist with any workflows at reception.
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