Associate Director - Clinic Operations

Vancouver Clinic • Vancouver, WA

3d • $120,668 - $181,004

About The Position

Will lead multi‑site clinical operations, develop strong teams, and drive continuous improvement across our organization. This role is ideal for a transparent, servant‑leader who thrives in a fast‑paced healthcare environment and is passionate about elevating patient, provider, and staff experiences. This position will oversee the management team of Medical Specialty. 13 departments at Columbia Tech Center, Battle Ground, 87th Ave, Salmon Creek and Gateway Salmon Creek. Offering support, leadership development, problem solving advice and guidance as the teams manage their business through the year. Hiring range: $123,800-$152,500, more depending on experience Key Responsibilities Provide visible, responsive leadership across clinic operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and staff support. Build and sustain a lean management culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence. Develop leaders at all levels; hire, coach, and mentor clinic managers and staff. Oversee clinical workflows, resource planning, budgeting, and performance outcomes. Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and support organizational goals. Partner with medical leadership to support program development, value‑based care initiatives, and new business opportunities. Foster strong communication and collaboration with internal teams, providers, and community partners. Promote a positive, inclusive, and adaptable workplace culture.

Requirements

• BA in Business, Healthcare, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of healthcare management experience, including 3+ years overseeing multi‑site clinic operations.
• Proven experience with Lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, and change‑management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EPIC EMR and value‑based care models preferred.
• Ability to anticipate industry trends and adapt strategies accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible, responsive leadership across clinic operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and staff support.
• Build and sustain a lean management culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Develop leaders at all levels; hire, coach, and mentor clinic managers and staff.
• Oversee clinical workflows, resource planning, budgeting, and performance outcomes.
• Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and support organizational goals.
• Partner with medical leadership to support program development, value‑based care initiatives, and new business opportunities.
• Foster strong communication and collaboration with internal teams, providers, and community partners.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and adaptable workplace culture.

Benefits

• Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc.).
• We also offer a 401k retirement plan, along with an employer matching contribution up to 4%.
• Compensation packages and time off programs vary and are dependent on factors such as department, position type, primary work state and FTE.
• Contact your Recruiter for full information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager