Area Director, Medical/Surgical Specialties

Sutter Health•Modesto, CA

About The Position

Provides administrative and clinical leadership for Medical/Surgical Specialties in the Sutter Gould Medical Foundation. Establishes and implements goals, standards and practices that guide and support patient care initiatives while ensuring the delivery of high-value quality care and exceptional care experiences. Develops and fosters a solid partnership with physicians, medical staff and Sutter Health leaders, care teams and other employees to facilitate and collaborate on initiatives, to resolve operational challenges and/or to improve processes. Works with senior leadership to develop and establish short- and long-term strategic plans that complement system, operating unit or affiliate goals and initiatives, including business, operations, and/or organizational priorities. Sets priorities and allocates resources to align with business objectives and annual plan. Develops and establishes the direction of policies and procedures, and sets a structure for providing safe, consistent and effective patient care. Sutter Gould Medical Foundation is a not-for-profit health care organization dedicated to providing the highest level of care for our patients. Over 386 physicians in both primary and specialty practices provide outpatient services for residents in Stanislaus, San Joaquin and Merced County communities. With care centers in Modesto, Stockton and six other communities in the Central Valley, Sutter Gould is able to offer high quality medical care close to you and your family.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Administration, Management or related field, or graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
12 years recent relevant experience.
Knowledge of all aspects of the practice management environment including scope of practice issues and care center, site and/or specialty operations.
Knowledge of state, regulatory, CMS, and accrediting requirements.
Knowledge of implementing and leading quality improvement programs and initiatives.
Knowledge of the healthcare system, billing processes, clinical procedures, budget preparation, staffing models, employee regulations, and previous interaction with physicians in a management role.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians, senior management, managers and care center staff.
Knowledge of physician office operations and reimbursement procedures.
Ability to lead professionals, influence collaboration, and to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis.
Proven leadership skills in project management, consulting, and communication skills.
Business and analytical skills, including financial planning and assessment.
Proficient in both written and verbal communication.
Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, problem solving, and decision making.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean production in ambulatory healthcare desired.

Responsibilities

Provides administrative and clinical leadership for Medical/Surgical Specialties.
Establishes and implements goals, standards and practices that guide and support patient care initiatives.
Ensures the delivery of high-value quality care and exceptional care experiences.
Develops and fosters partnerships with physicians, medical staff, Sutter Health leaders, care teams, and other employees.
Facilitates and collaborates on initiatives, resolves operational challenges, and improves processes.
Works with senior leadership to develop and establish short- and long-term strategic plans.
Sets priorities and allocates resources to align with business objectives and annual plan.
Develops and establishes the direction of policies and procedures.
Sets a structure for providing safe, consistent, and effective patient care.