APC Director, Program Manager

Sutter Health - Bay Area

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for Director of Programs and Practice Advancement. This role provides strategic leadership for the development and advancement of APC programs, care models, and innovation initiatives across PAFMG. The Director will partner with physician, operational, and service line leaders to optimize APC practice, improve care delivery, and support organizational priorities. Key responsibilities include leading the design, implementation, evaluation, and scaling of programs that improve access, quality, patient experience, and clinician engagement, as well as developing standardized, team-based care models and fostering collaboration, innovation, and leadership development within the APC workforce. The position also involves participation in organizational leadership initiatives and meetings.

Requirements

2 years related leadership experience
Current California State NP or PA License
CAPA Controlled Substance Certification (for Physician Assistants only)
Current Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (for Nurse Practitioners only)
Nurse Practitioner furnishing number of NP's
Active DEA registration

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for the development and advancement of APC programs, care models, and innovation initiatives across PAFMG.
Partner with physician, operational, and service line leaders to optimize APC practice, improve care delivery, and support organizational priorities.
Lead the design, implementation, evaluation, and scaling of programs that improve access, quality, patient experience, and clinician engagement.
Develop standardized, team-based care models and support consistent APC integration across service lines.
Foster collaboration, innovation, and leadership development within the APC workforce.
Participate in organizational leadership initiatives and meetings.