Director, Growth & Integration

Frontier Dermatology Staff Careers•Washington, OR

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Growth and Integration Director is a senior operational leader responsible for owning the end-to-end integration and launch of newly acquired clinics, de novo sites, and select enterprise-wide integration initiatives. This role exists to ensure growth translates into operational stability, standardization, and realized EBITDA, while freeing Field Operations leadership to focus on optimizing mature clinics. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role for an experienced healthcare operator who can step into complex environments, lead through ambiguity, and personally drive work to completion while partnering effectively across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, operations or related field.
7 - 10+ years’ healthcare operations experience
Proven success leading complex, multi-site integrations
Executive-facing presence and strong cross-functional leadership

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Equivalent experience leading integrations in a large, multi-site platform may be considered.
PE-backed platform experience preferred
Experience designing and implementing M&A integrations a plus

Responsibilities

Acquisition Diligence & Day 1 Readiness
Collaborate with project managers and senior leadership team during the due diligence, planning, and go-live phase of all integration projects. Particular focus on building relationships with new acquisition partners.
Analyze financial and operating models, help identify risks/synergies pre-deal
Lead and develop the execution of communication plans for key stakeholders and business partners
Support day 1 planning and execution
Post-Acquisition Clinic Integration
Serve as the single accountable owner for the integration of newly acquired dermatology practices
Lead and coordinate integration across: Clinical workflows and SOPs EMR / Practice Management system conversions Revenue cycle operations HR, payroll, benefits, and onboarding Vendor, supply chain, and purchasing standardization
Develop and manage detailed integration plans, timelines, and go-live readiness
Partner closely with Operations, Finance, HR, IT, and Clinical leadership to execute integration workstreams.
Proactively identify and resolve risks impacting quality, timeline, provider experience, and EBITDA
De Novo Clinic Launch Ownership
Act as the operational owner for de novo pipeline from pre-opening through stabilization
Partner with Real Estate, Finance, and Clinical Leadership on: Operational design and site readiness Staffing models, hiring, and training Equipment, supply, and systems readiness
Leads the clinic launch and remains embedded through the first 90–180 days post-open
Establish standardized launch playbooks and avoid bespoke, one-off solutions
Ensure smooth transition from launch phase to steady-state operations
Operational Transition & Stabilization
Transition clinics from “integration mode” to steady-state operations with: Clean, disciplined handoffs to Field Operations Defined KPIs and performance baselines Clear ownership post-transition
Ensure clinics are operationally stable before exiting integration oversight
Performance & Financial Discipline
Partner closely with Finance and FP&A to ensure: Integration and launch assumptions are realized EBITDA leakage is identified and corrected early Staffing, workflows, and operational decisions align with budget
Track and report on integration and launch KPIs, including: Ramp-to-productivity timelines Staffing efficiency Visit volumes and access Revenue per visit and contribution margin
Process Improvement:
Develop and refine integration playbooks, tools, templates, and best practices to enhance future performance
Enterprise Integration & Strategic Initiatives (as needed)
Support large-scale integration initiatives that leverage clinic integration capabilities, such as: Enterprise technology rollouts (e.g., scribe adoption) New or expanded service lines (e.g., plastics, allergy, vein, lab/pathology, research, residency programs)
Scope and prioritize these initiatives in partnership with executive leadership to ensure focus is maintained on core integration objectives
Drive adoption through disciplined execution and change management
Change Management & Stakeholder Leadership
Build credibility and trust with physicians, clinic leaders, and functional partners
Lead through change with clarity, pragmatism, and minimal bureaucracy
Communicate directly, professionally, and transparently with stakeholders at all levels
Balance standardization with clinical realities and provider experience