Vice President Operations

About the role

Vice President Operations at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington.

Responsibilities

• Reviews annual operating budget and long range capital expenditures plans for all associated operational departments.
• Ensures the conservative use of physical and financial assets.
• Makes recommendations for needed actions regarding financial performance.
• Maximizes operational efficiency.
• Negotiates agreements with suppliers/vendors and monitors for compliance.
• Manages agreements and supervises performance for contracted services including Food Services, Environmental Services, Linen, Transportation, and any other further assigned contractual relationships.
• Promotes the image of VMMC by representing the organization in the civic and business community.
• Covers the Environment of Care and serves as the Safety Officer.
• Investigates problems with physicians, patients, nurses, staff, etc.; reports same to Administration when necessary.
• Develops, recommends, and supervises the implementation of human resource policies, ensuring the selection and employment (and discharge when necessary) of personnel according to the approved standard of qualifications.
• Provides for the proper delegation of authority and responsibility.
• Recommends changes in organizational arrangements that facilitate the achievement of organizational objectives.
• Directs, counsels, and advises leaders in day-to-day operational management, and assures any differences that may arise are resolved.
• Ensures an adequate organizational structure is in place to accommodate effective operations.
• Ensures the recruitment and retention of competent, appropriate staff at adequate staffing levels.
• Pursues personal development.
• Keeps abreast of all laws and regulations.
• Fosters an environment which respects human dignity, protects human rights, and promotes human development to actualize the values and philosophy of VMMC.
• Assures all operations activities are directed toward the achievement of the mission and values of the organization.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Health Administration or Business Administration.
• Preferred: Certified in Lean Principles.
• Five years of healthcare management experience.
• Acute care experience strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage vendor relationships.
• Experience in managing operational departments and overseeing budgets.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance.

Skills

• Strategic planning and budgeting.
• Vendor relationship management.
• Operational management and supervision.
• Human resources management.
• Leadership and mentorship.
• Financial analysis and reporting.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Healthcare industry knowledge.

Benefits

Includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time.

Pay

$133.55 - $240.38 / hour

Schedule

Monday - Friday (8 am - 5 pm)

Shift

Day

Remote

No

Category

Executive

Travel

No

Job ID

2026-456984

Employment Type

Full Time

Department

Administration

Hospitality

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