Vice President, Ambulatory Operations, Sacramento Division

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

2d•$329,368 - $445,619•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President, Ambulatory Operations Sacramento Division plans, executes, monitors, and evaluates assigned operations and programs within the division. They will lead the company in a way that realizes the division mission and ensures excellence. They will provide collaborative executive leadership across a broad range of responsibilities, from strategic planning through operational execution, including oversight of management agreements for multiple services. The role serves as the primary administrative liaison among the CEO (Chief Executive Officer), medical staff, foundation, division leadership, and Sutter Health System leadership, while ensuring the delivery of exceptional operational services in full compliance with all applicable state and federal regulatory requirements. This position serves as a role model to caregivers and represents the division positively both internally and externally. Exercises necessary, appropriate authority and accountability for the facility's assigned areas, including quality of care, financial stewardship, service line development and caregiver engagement. Is responsible for implementing and monitoring policies and procedures that ensure high-quality, efficient, and compassionate patient care. Incumbents will work with service line leaders to promote planning, innovation, and problem solving to align with local and system strategy. Has authority and accountability for the assigned portfolio areas, including patient satisfaction, quality of care, financial goals, operational performance optimization, service line development and capital/facility planning.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in healthcare or related field is required.
Prior experience demonstrating effective management of a hospital is required.
Prior experience demonstrating effective organizational performance improvement skills.
In-depth working knowledge of integrated healthcare organization and administration, compliance, and applicable laws is required.
Experience integrating healthcare systems into a continuum of care is required.
Thorough knowledge of healthcare administration, strategy, finance, planning, physician relations, human resources, and capital planning.
Knowledge of regulations affecting healthcare delivery is required.
Familiarity with unionized healthcare environments.
Knowledge of hospital operations, federal and California state regulations, accreditation standards, and Title 22.
Excellent leadership and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple demands.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Public speaking and persuasive presentation abilities.
Strong business acumen, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Leadership, negotiation, and project management expertise.
Ability to build teams and consensus across departments.
Adaptability in complex environments with varying regulations.
Self-starter with initiative and ability to work independently.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage projects across multiple entities.
This role requires residence within the Sutter Health footprint of Northern California and the ability to travel throughout.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans, executes, monitors, and evaluates assigned operations and programs within the division.
Leads the company in a way that realizes the division mission and ensures excellence.
Provides collaborative executive leadership across a broad range of responsibilities, from strategic planning through operational execution, including oversight of management agreements for multiple services.
Serves as the primary administrative liaison among the CEO (Chief Executive Officer), medical staff, foundation, division leadership, and Sutter Health System leadership
Ensures the delivery of exceptional operational services in full compliance with all applicable state and federal regulatory requirements.
Serves as a role model to caregivers and represents the division positively both internally and externally.
Exercises necessary, appropriate authority and accountability for the facility's assigned areas, including quality of care, financial stewardship, service line development and caregiver engagement.
Responsible for implementing and monitoring policies and procedures that ensure high-quality, efficient, and compassionate patient care.
Works with service line leaders to promote planning, innovation, and problem solving to align with local and system strategy.
Has authority and accountability for the assigned portfolio areas, including patient satisfaction, quality of care, financial goals, operational performance optimization, service line development and capital/facility planning.