Job Category:

Executive Leadership

Work Shift/Schedule:

8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the SVP Southern Market, the Executive Director of Operations, NGMC Braselton & Oncology Service Line is responsible for the overall operations of NGMC Braselton and for creating a vision and strategic plan for the Oncology service line across Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS). The Executive Director promotes a culture of uncompromised safety, superior quality, memorable patient experiences, and financial stewardship that aligns with NGHS core values. Provides leadership and strategic direction to ensure achievement of established goals and objectives for NGMC Braselton and the Oncology service line. Assists in the coordination of clinical operations throughout the continuum of care; development of strategy and business decisions for the market; and contributes to meeting or exceeding yearly profit objectives and expense control. Works closely with external leaders within joint venture agreements and establishes annual plans and key performance indicators to demonstrate success across areas of responsibility. Contributes to the development of the physician manpower plan and annual strategic financial plan. Forms strong relationships with employed and aligned physician practices to optimize patient referrals and care coordination. Works directly with physicians, administrative leaders, and the NGMC Braselton leadership team to manage interdependence across the health system and maintain productive working relationships.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications:

• Educational Requirements: Masters Degree

• Minimum Experience: Five or more years of progressive management/leadership experience in a hospital setting. Exhibits a thorough understanding of the healthcare environment, changes, and reimbursement methodology.

• Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications: FACHE strongly preferred

• Preferred Educational Requirements: Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree is strongly preferred

• Preferred Experience:

• Other:

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong financial acumen and business literacy

• Excellent critical thinking, negotiating and decision-making skills

• Aptitude for innovation, learning and change management

• Evidence of successfully executing strategic initiatives 

• Effective relationship building skills; a high-integrity, approachable leader who can quickly build respect, credibility, and trust at all levels of the organization and community

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and accomplish them within the specified time frames

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Collaboration with Senior Administrative Leadership Team

• Provides regular reports and proposals to the senior leadership team for matters related to NGMC Braselton operations and the Oncology service line

• Works closely with the presidents of each respective acute care hospital in developing clinical service offerings

• Works closely with the senior leadership team on developing annual capital budgets and then prioritizing the allocation of those funds for highest and best use

• Works closely with VP of Finance in developing annual capital budgets

• Strategic Visioning and Planning

• Participates in the development of strategic plans for NGMC Braselton in response to NGHS strategy and the community’s developing needs

• Develops a multi-year strategic plan for the Oncology service line with regular updates to the SVP Southern Market and other members of senior leadership

• Seeks feedback from entity leaders and other senior leaders in developing priorities for the service line

• Stays abreast of industry trends and uses those trends to inform strategic vision and plan

• Collaborates with physicians in the development of the strategic plan

• Oversees Financial Operations and Optimizes Investments for Organizational Success

• In collaboration with NGHS Finance Division