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DIRECTOR OF PERIOPERATIVE SERVICES | Cincinnati, OH

Anderson Hospital

POSITION SUMMARY

Oversees the operational flow of perioperative service lines, including but not limited to: strategic operations, resource management, program planning, marketing and development, financial planning and budget oversight, quality improvement, and supervision/growth of management staff in accordance with all professional, regulatory, and accreditation standards; ensures quality patient care through relationship development with physicians, regional and site leaders, vendors, family members, community members and patients; serves as a liaison between hospital operations and surgeons to ensure high quality patient care

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

Oversees the 24/7 operational flow of patient care service lines, actualizes processes to ensure departmental compliance with all professional, local, state, national, and Joint Commission standards; develops strategies to ensure a positive customer experience for patients, families and physicians; develops and ensures compliance with relevant policies, procedures and standards of care; represents services lines at site and regional meetings, including medical staff meetings, interdisciplinary committees, and senior leadership meetings; partners with leadership on program plan development and operational improvements

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Actively partners with senior site and regional leadership in preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets, reflecting an understanding of strategic initiatives and financial goals of Mercy Health; analyzes and balances mission and reimbursement in order to manage service lines in accordance with approved budgetary guidelines; directs, adjusts and continuously evaluates labor resources for all areas; works with revenue cycle and supply chain specialists to maintain knowledge of current regulatory guidelines to optimize reimbursement for procedure technical components and resource procurement

HR LEADERSHIP SKILLS/MANAGEMENT

Develops, guides, mentors and provides continuous feedback to managers, supervisors and front line staff to promote a collaborative environment that offers job satisfaction, education, empowerment, recognition and stimulates innovative thinking; collaborates with Human Resources to identify and influence issues related to organizational health and employee engagement; conducts annual and ongoing appraisal of managers’ performance; leads regular meetings with management team and fosters environment for effective communication and continued growth

PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT

Monitors and assesses quality within service lines through use of total quality management, outcomes monitoring and patient satisfaction indicators; develops expectations for customer service and educates and measures managers on outcomes of service; serves as a liaison between physicians and service line administration to ensure positive patient outcomes and experiences;  incorporates rounding into regular activities; leads interdisciplinary teams to identify and improve patient care processes

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BSN required
• MSN preferred
• Current nursing license in the State of Ohio; BLS required; certification in specialty area or leadership within 6 months of eligibility.
• 5 years of progressive clinical management experience with periop experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership, organization skills, and effective communication skills.
• This position requires the incumbent to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills for patients in identified disease-specific and age-specific populations served, understanding that departures from identified categories may be required at times to perpetuate positive clinical outcomes

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

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It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].