Sr. Director Women's Health Clinics

University Health

2d•Onsite

About The Position

University Health is seeking an experienced, strategic, relationship-oriented healthcare leader to direct its ambulatory women’s health services across the Kansas City region. The Senior Director will oversee a comprehensive portfolio of services, strengthen physician and community partnerships, and support the development and growth of a newly established high-risk maternal care program. The role emphasizes quality, access, patient and physician experience, and financial performance, with an expectation that candidates currently reside in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The position provides administrative, fiscal, and clinical operational oversight; leads financial and strategic planning, budgeting, and business development; and works closely with the Chairperson of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Section Chiefs, physicians, clinic leaders, and organizational partners. The Senior Director also directs marketing, outreach, and fundraising, represents University Health in community organizations, and champions continuous improvement across clinical and operational teams.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or a graduate degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field.
Current RN license that must remain active.
At least 5 years of experience at a manager or director level.
Practical experience with budgeting, strategic planning, marketing plan development and implementation, and fundraising.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret managed care contracts, business and marketing plans, financial and safety documents, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and interpret statistical data.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including communicating effectively with individuals and groups at all organizational levels.
Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, organizational, and multitasking skills; ability to prioritize, analyze situations, and make sound decisions.
Ability to remain professional and composed under pressure, manage difficult situations and frequent interruptions, and consistently follow policies and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Ability to meet physical requirements, including prolonged sitting, standing, and walking; occasional lifting of at least 10 pounds; and other movements necessary to perform job duties.
Sufficient visual, auditory, and sensory abilities to perform essential job functions, including reading medical records and computer screens and communicating effectively in person and by telephone.
Ability to work safely around potential workplace hazards, including airborne pathogens, chemicals, electrical equipment, and repetitive computer or keyboard use.
Must currently reside in the Kansas City metropolitan area.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience in women’s healthcare within a hospital, ambulatory setting, or community health center.

Responsibilities

Oversee administrative, fiscal, and clinical operations across ambulatory women’s health services.
Partner with the Chairperson of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Section Chiefs to manage ambulatory practices and identify growth and community engagement opportunities.
Lead financial and strategic planning, budgeting, and business development initiatives.
Evaluate opportunities to strengthen existing services and expand women’s health programs, including the high-risk maternal care program.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with physician groups, clinic leaders, and organizational stakeholders.
Coordinate with ancillary support departments, primary care, medical and surgical specialties, emergency department services, facility-based ancillary services, regional business development, marketing, and information technology.
Promote alignment among clinical and operational teams to support coordinated, high-quality care.
Direct program marketing, business development, community outreach, and fundraising efforts.
Represent University Health in the community maternal-child healthcare coalition and other relevant community organizations.
Develop and strengthen community connections that support access to women’s and maternal healthcare services.
Ensure program quality, customer satisfaction, and physician satisfaction.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives in clinical areas and throughout the organization.
Lead initiatives and committees to improve patient experience, access, and service delivery.
Identify opportunities to improve operational performance and the overall consumer experience.