Vice President, Ambulatory Operations, Sacramento Division

The Vice President, Ambulatory Operations at Sutter Health Sacramento Division oversees assigned operations and programs within the division. They lead the company in realizing the division's mission and ensuring excellence through strategic planning and operational execution. Key responsibilities include:

1. Collaborative executive leadership across various responsibilities, from strategic planning to operational execution.
2. Oversight of management agreements for multiple services.
3. Serving as the primary administrative liaison among the CEO, medical staff, foundation, division leadership, and Sutter Health System leadership.
4. Ensuring the delivery of exceptional operational services in full compliance with all applicable state and federal regulatory requirements.
5. Representing the division positively both internally and externally.
6. Exercising necessary authority and accountability for the facility's assigned areas, including quality of care, financial stewardship, service line development, and caregiver engagement.
7. Implementing and monitoring policies and procedures to ensure high-quality, efficient, and compassionate patient care.
8. Working with service line leaders to promote planning, innovation, and problem solving to align with local and system strategy.
9. Having 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare or related field is required.
• Master's degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or related field is preferred.
• Prior experience demonstrating effective management of a hospital is required.
• Prior experience demonstrating effective organizational performance improvement skills is required.
• 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.

Knowledge

• 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.

Skills

• 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.

Additional Information

The primary office location for this position is Sacramento, CA. This role requires residence within the Sutter Health footprint of Northern California and the ability to travel throughout. The position is Exempt, with a weekly hours of 40 and Employee Status Regular. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a base salary ranging from $329,368.00 to $445,619.00 annually. The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled.