Market Director-Cardiovascular Services

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Position Summary

The Market Director-Cardiovascular Services provides overall direction and guidance to the operational activities within the regional service line with the objective of maximizing quality, growth, fiscal responsibility, and profitability. Works in collaboration with local and shared services leadership as well as service line physicians/providers in the areas of: operations strategic planning, service development and marketing, stakeholder service, quality, and patient safety. Directs, supervises, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates clinical and operational activities of cardiovascular services leadership ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and fiscal responsibility throughout the market ministries. May be directly responsible for oversight and leadership for all Cardiovascular Services at designated ministry including but not limited to cardiovascular procedural areas, cardio-pulmonary rehab, and cardiac diagnostics.

Bachelor’s degree in nursing, radiologic technology, allied health, applied science, business or healthcare administration is required.

Masters degree in nursing, radiologic technology, allied health, applied science, business or healthcare administration is preferred.

5 years of experience in cardiovascular services is required.

3 years of leadership experience is required.

Licensed in the state of practice as a Registered Nurse or Radiographer OR registration in a clinical cardiovascular related discipline such as Registered Technologist of Radiography (RTR); Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS); Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS); Registered Cardiac Interventional Specialist (RCIS); Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or other cardiovascular registration is required.

Clearly states goals, outlining strategic plans for achieving those goals and providing the resources to deliver results. Provides teams with a clear sense of direction. Strong written and verbal communication skills to ensure understanding of short- and long-term goals and expectations.

Excellent strategic decision-making skills to make decisions leading to opportunities for growth and continued success. Effectively oversees and delegates tasks to maximize time, resources and productivity.

Strong analytical skills to interpret and recognize information most relevant to the business objectives and devise creative solutions to any challenges the organization may be facing.

Adaptability to respond to changes in the workplace and within their industry efficiently.

Exhibit and encourage creativity to find fresh ways to improve and streamline processes, seek future opportunities for growth and find creative solutions to various challenges.

Advocate, supporter and teacher of change management, helping the organization and colleagues through transition phases of change.

Effectively create and continually strengthen relationships with physicians, clinical and non-clinical providers.

Provides oversight of ministry leadership within cardiovascular services. May oversee daily operations and provide clinical leadership for a designated ministry cardiovascular services departments/areas.

Collaborates with physicians, leaders and colleagues across market to ensure quality care, streamline best practices to grow services, and drive service line strategy.

Effectively builds teams across market ensuring that all colleagues talents are utilized appropriately and are supported. Inventories talent and resources across area of responsibility within market to make certain resources are allocated appropriately.

Ensures adherence to regulatory compliance standards and accreditation requirements to maintain organizational excellence.

Plans, evaluates, and improves the efficiency of processes and procedures across market to enhance speed, quality, efficiency, and output.

Establishes and maintains relevant controls and feedback systems to monitor the operation of the service area(s). Reviews performance data that includes quality, satisfaction, engagement, and financial reports. Participates in the preparation and maintenance of reports necessary to carry out the functions of the area of responsibility and track goal accomplishment.

Continually assesses performance of functional areas and develops, recommends and implements operational improvements to advance the quality of patient care and services. Evaluates and reports organizational performance against financial goals and objectives.

Reviews operating policies and procedures and recommends changes that will improve productivity and quality of care. Leads market wide initiatives to share best practices and standardize process and create efficient practices. Aligns resources across market to make certain that duplication is minimized.

Formulates business decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible in accordance with organization policies and procedures.

Maintains consistent effective communication through daily interaction/observation of work performance. Establishes routine communications to support strategic plan and organization objectives.

Leads a team of colleagues in human resource initiatives including but not limited to; performance management; education and development; selection and retention; workforce planning; coaching and counseling; and supporting activities that promote colleague engagement and satisfaction. 

Leads or supports the financial resource functions including but not limited to; managing expenses; preparing, monitoring and executing within limits of the budget; monitors productivity standards; manages the purchasing process and all decisions related to the finances for the area of responsibility. 

Leads or supports change and process improvement initiatives including but not limited to; strives for standard, efficient and value-added processes; communicates a clear vision; influences and motivates others; and develops strong relationships with key stakeholders. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Leadership

Standing

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Walking

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Sitting

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Lifting

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20 lbs.

Carrying

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20 lbs.

Pushing

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20 lbs.

Pulling

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20 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

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Kneeling

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Crouching

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Crawling

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Reaching

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Use of Hands/Dexterity

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Talking

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Hearing

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Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

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Extreme cold

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Extreme heat

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Humid

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Wet

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Noise

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Hazards

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Temperature Change

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Atmospheric Conditions

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Vibration

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Other

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