What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President-Operations position at Mercy?
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Overview:
Serves as the Administrative Executive for the identified areas and Service Lines to develop and enforce policies and procedures, to operationalize budgetary decisions for areas of responsibility and participate in strategic planning for the Hospital. Primary functions of the role are (1) serve as a co-chair in the management and leadership of the Service Line; (2) work directly with Department and Medical Director(s) and others to position the Service Line as a regional center of excellence; (3) work directly with Department Directors to provide leadership and guidance in planning, organizing, directing, controlling, staffing, and evaluating each Department; (4) oversee the implementation of the Hospitals philosophy, goals, and objectives; (5) establish standards for clinical and management competency and, (6) represent the areas of responsibility in the strategic planning process. Performs related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Three to five years of previous experience in a leadership and management role at the Director or VP level. Capable of working cooperatively with other executive officers, physicians, and staff members. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with diverse groups.
- Required Education: Masters Degree in business or health- related field.
- Other: Remains knowledgeable in advances in the healthcare environment through continuing education in areas of responsibilities.
- Is active in community/professional organizations.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
