Lizzie Ball

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Smith Street Medical Centre

Management Team

Lizzie Ball

Operations Manager at Smith Street Medical Centre

Lizzie Ball is the Operations Manager at Smith Street Medical Centre, bringing a practical and collaborative approach to leadership and day-to-day operations. Since joining the organisation in 2023, she has progressed from Practice Manager to Operations Manager, supporting teams across people management, systems, finance, business operations and strategic planning while helping create efficient, positive working environments.

 
 
 

Role

Operations Manager

Experience

Extensive business administration experience across a range of industries

Areas of Interest

Operations management, people and culture, business systems, strategic planning and organisational development

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts (Communication Studies) Master of Business Master of Digital Media

About

About Lizzie Ball

Lizzie joined Smith Street Medical Centre in 2023 as Practice Manager and has since progressed to the role of Operations Manager. 

Her role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including human resources, finance, systems, business operations and strategic planning. She works closely with Smith Street Medical Centre’s clinical, administrative and management teams to help ensure the organisation operates efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on its people, patients and communities.

Lizzie also leads the management team, working closely with practice leaders to support consistent systems, processes and standards across Smith Street Medical Centre.

With extensive business administration experience across several industries, Lizzie has found her passion in healthcare management. She is a lifelong learner and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, a Master of Business and a Master of Digital Media.

Outside of work, Lizzie enjoys spending time with her family, shopping, karaoke, golf and attending live music.

Operations Manager overseeing all Smith Street Medical Centre clinics.
Clinical focus

Areas of Interest

Clinic Operations

Overseeing the day-to-day running of our clinics.

Staff Coordination

Coordinating staff and resources across all clinics.

Patient Experience

Focusing on a smooth, welcoming experience for every patient.

Process Improvement

Refining processes to support efficient, quality care.

Appointment Systems

Ensuring appointment systems run smoothly for patients and staff.

Escalated Enquiries

A point of contact for more complex patient enquiries or concerns.

Our locations

Smith Street Medical Centre Locations

Visit any of our welcoming clinics for general practice and family care.

Kotara

1A Kullaiba Rd, Kotara NSW 2289

Charlestown

28 Smith St, Charlestown NSW 2290

Gungahlin

G25/61 Camilleri Way, Gungahlin ACT 2912

Merimbula

77 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula NSW 2548

Leadership Approach

Creating Strong Teams and Effective Practices

Lizzie’s approach to operations management is practical, collaborative and people-focused. She works closely with teams across Smith Street Medical Centre to support well-organised practices and create an environment where staff have the systems and support they need to work effectively.

Collaborative Leadership

Working closely with clinical, administrative and management teams to keep communication clear and priorities aligned.

People Focus

Supporting positive workplaces where team members feel valued and equipped to perform their roles effectively.

Practical Improvement

Looking for practical ways to strengthen systems, improve processes and make everyday operations more efficient.

Consistent Operations

Supporting management teams with systems and processes that help maintain consistent operational standards across Smith Street Medical Centre.