VP, OPERATIONS CARDIOLOGY
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Company Overview: AMSURG is an independent leader in ambulatory surgery center
services, operating a network of more than 250 surgery centers nationwide. In
partnership with physicians and health systems, the organization delivers
high-quality care for patients across a diverse spectrum of medical specialties,
including gastroenterology, ophthalmology and orthopedics. To learn more about
AMSURG, visit www.amsurg.com.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Vice President of Cardiology Operations (“VPCO”) focuses primarily on
cardiology specialty within our Ambulatory Surgery Center business. The VPCO is
responsible for building physician partnerships, setting the Cardiology
Division’s growth strategy, and managing the clinical, financial, and
operational performance of the Division. The VPCO is responsible for building a
strong shared vision for the Cardiology Division and ensuring they have the
supporting people as well as the clinical and operational processes in place to
drive performance.
Work Schedule: Remote First
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operational Management:
Quality Oversight
Operational Efficiency
Cost Management
Risk Management
Regulatory Compliance
Teammate Engagement and Retention
Provider Engagement
Growth
Helps foster a people-centric, success-oriented, accountable company
culture.
Acts as a consultant/subject matter expert specific to cardiology.
Ensures healthy board governance throughout the Cardiology Division,
participating and supporting board meetings and governance as needed
including reporting regulatory issues, ASC industry updates, lobbying
efforts, and pertinent health system, physician practice management, and
private equity relationship updates.
Informs people development, professional growth, and management approach
for Cardiology Division.
Responsible for supporting other Vice Presidents of Operations (“VPO’s”)
and Directors of Operations (“DOO’s”) and providing strategic direction to
drive operational excellence across the portfolio.
Works with the Senior Vice President (“SVP”) to implement initiatives to
improve major regional partner relationships and center management across
the Cardiology Division.
Coaches and guides DOOs and Center leaders in building successful
relationships between AMSURG and its providers.
Articulates corporate initiatives to Cardiology Division and develops
enactment plan with DOOs.
Creates programming and agendas for Physician Advisory Board to partner
with physicians to drive strategy and clinical quality excellence for
cardiology.
Construct an operational, and, in partnership with AMSURG’s clinical team,
clinical playbook for cardiology operations management.
Contribute to cardiology-focused educational content updates for Center
Administrators
Responsible for high level oversight and continuous improvement of the
following areas with assistance of AMSURG resources:
Strategy and Growth:
Responsible for development and execution of Cardiology Division portfolio
strategy.
Fosters and maintains deep relationships with key heath system joint
ventures, physician partnerships, physician practice management MSOs.
Develops Cardiology Division business planning and growth strategy in
partnership with the SVP and business development leadership.
Works with SVP in supporting and fostering best-in-class
Patient-centered-Care.
Responsible for identification of new regional opportunities within
communities and across payers
Owns relationships with physicians and their growth needs.
Provides strategic direction and oversight to maintain strong
relationships with existing health system joint ventures,
physician/physician practices.
Supports organic growth and strategic initiatives, driving alignment
within Cardiology Division.
Identifies and introduces appropriate new initiatives to expand and grow
same store and Cardiology Division volume and revenue.
Build, in partnership with our Integration and Facilities Maintenance and
Construction teams, the de novo and expansion playbook for cardiology.
Supports acquisition due diligence efforts for new center opportunities.
Leads DOOs and center leaders to support business development in due
diligence efforts to investigate and execute on new opportunities. Customer
Relationship Management:
Represents the organization with key stakeholders.
Fosters and maintains strong physician partnerships.
Drives a strong clinician value proposition and Patient-Centered-Care
Owns regional physician Cardiology Division, health system partnerships,
physician practice management operations.
Sells and influences adoption of new strategic initiatives.
Provides AMSURG advocacy updates to provider partners.
Active member of Partnership Board of Directors
Financial Management:
Accountable for Cardiology Division portfolio financial performance.
Responsible for managing DOOs and providing strategic direction to support
optimizing financial performance of the region.
Develops and maintains understanding of Financial Reporting and operation
of assigned DOO geography, including presentations and communications with
Lead VPs in development and communication of quarterly forecasting and
budget models to AMSURG leadership team.
Assist the SVP with Managed Care messaging throughout their Cardiology
Division
Reads and abides by the company’s code of conduct, ethics statements,
employee handbook(s), policies and procedures and other corporate
mandates, including participation in mandatory training programs.
Review entire Cardiology Division’s portfolio, develops Cardiology
Division’s budget and assist assigned ops leads to develop their center
level budgets. Responsible for managing and pushing back on portfolio and
growth targets.
Reports any real or suspected violation of the corporate compliance
program, company policies and procedures, harassment, or other prohibited
activities in accordance with the reporting policies of the company.
Crisis Management:
Provides leadership in crisis situations to less senior operations
leaders.
Assesses crisis situations and leverages appropriate AMSURG resources in
resolution.
Develops and communicates plan of action.
Debriefs with all involved parties upon resolution to determine root
cause.
Implements plans to mitigate root causes in future using AMSURG resources.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.
Proven experience in a leadership role with a track record of driving team
success and achieving organizational objectives.
Demonstrated eagerness to identify and address opportunities or challenges
without needing direct oversight.
Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to work cooperatively with
physicians, all staff members, and external customers.
Strong management skills with the ability to oversee complex projects and
manage multiple priorities effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable with
presentations to senior management, boards, community Divisions, and
physicians
Proven track record of taking initiative and driving projects to completion
with minimal supervision.
Ability to manage ambiguity and a highly matrixed organization.
Demonstrated growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning and
self-improvement.
Proven ability to embrace challenges, learn from feedback, and adapt to
evolving situations.
Travel Requirement: Willingness to travel up to 60% of the time, with an
average travel commitment of 40-60%.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and/or master’s degree in business, healthcare
administration or relevant field, and/or equivalent work
Minimum ten (10) years of healthcare operations management experience.
Extensive experience leading healthcare operations in a multi-state
integrated healthcare delivery system of a minimum of $100M + million revenue
of Direct P&L experience.
Employment at AMSURG: Living Our Values Every Day
At AMSURG, our values define who we are and how we serve our patients, partners,
and each other. As a national leader in ambulatory surgery, we are committed to
a culture of excellence, integrity, teamwork and caring deeply. Our values guide
every decision, ensuring we continue to elevate healthcare and provide the
highest quality care.
These guiding principles are the foundation of our culture and a guide to how we
collaborate, innovate, and make a difference every day.
Care Deeply for those around us.
Cultivate Integrity to build trust.
Champion Excellence for continuous improvement
Celebrate Teamwork every step to the way.
Benefits:
To ensure we retain and invest in great people, AMSURG provides its employees
with the benefits, recognition, training, and opportunities needed for
professional growth. Our wide range of health and welfare benefits allow you to
choose the right coverage for you and your family. AMSURG offers a variety of
health and welfare benefit options to help protect your health and promote your
wellbeing. Benefits offered include but are not limited to: Paid Time Off,
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA,
Limited Healthcare FSA, FSAs for Transportation and Parking & HSAs, and a
matching 401(K) Plan.
Paid Time Off:
AMSURG offers paid time off, 9 observed holidays, and paid family leave. You
accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) each pay period and depending on your position and
can earn a minimum of 20 days and up to 25 days per calendar year.
EOE Statement:
AMSURG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are
considered for employment without regard to age (40 or older), race, color,
religion, gender, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation,
disability, genetic information or any other status protected under applicable
federal, state, or local laws. We strive to also provide a disability inclusive
application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and
require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please
contact us at: careers@amsurg.com. Please include your full name, the role
you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the
recruiting process.
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