Service Line Director Cardiovascular Services

POSITION SUMMARY

The service line director (SLD) leads the planning, development and execution plans to grow and develop cardiovascular services, including expansion to other services and areas, across all geographic regions and Mount Nittany Health (MNH) sites by working through the health system’s Executive Team. This leader will have oversight of the cardiovascular service line and assigned clinical programs including the MNPG Cardiovascular Practices, MNH Cath lab and EP lab. This position will be accountable to the Service Line Executive Council “Executive Council” as well as the Cardiovascular Service Line Steering committee.  

This role requires a visionary leader who can integrate operational, clinical and administrative functions to deliver high-quality patient care, enhance service line growth and the MNH Experience, and achieve organizational goals

 

Reporting directly to the Chief Provider Network Officer, this matrixed position works closely with the Physician Group Chief Operating Officer and Chief Ancillary Services Officer, and serves as the dyad partner with the medical director for the Mount Nittany Health (MNH) cardiovascular service line. 

 

LEADERSHIP VALUES

The MNH Leadership Values we are striving to emulate:

• Respect, appreciation and caring for all-positive outlook
• Initiative, achievement oriented, drive for excellence and continuous improvement; perseverance and ability to see the big picture
• Teamwork and support for others; interdependence and commitment to the collective; system success as opposed to individual achievement or credit
• Open, respectful, candid communication; handles conflicts and differing points of view directly; doesn’t shy away from difficult issues or conversations 
• Stewardship of resources and passion for efficiency
• Ownership of actions and results focused 
• Resilient; adaptable to change; perseveres in the midst of challenges 
• Courage 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

1. Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or a related field is required.
2. Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience:

1. Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in healthcare management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the specific service line.
2. Broad Cardiology and Vascular service experience, including multiple sub-specialties relative to the overall service line preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

1. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
2. Ability to work in a matrix environment/organizational structure
3. Excellent strategic planning and organizational abilities.
4. Proficient in financial management and budgeting.
5. Knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
6. Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
7. Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
8. Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety.

License/Certification/Registration:

None Required

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives direct supervision from the Chief Network Development Officer.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Leaders of Cardiovascular / Cardiology Practices and the Cath and EP Lab.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Strategic Planning and Leadership:

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the service line that align with the organization’s overall mission, vision, and goals. 
• In collaboration with MNH hospital and physician group leadership, provide leadership and direction to clinical and administrative staff within the service line, including Cardiac Cath, EP Lab, Cardiac Imaging and outpatient cardiology practices
• Conduct market analysis and research to inform recommendations for service line growth and program development.
• Complete competitor assessments and track market share
• Identify gaps in care and makes recommendations to close identified gaps as appropriate.
• Establish annual goals and develop KPIs to track and monitor progress toward achievement of goals including but not limited to access, patient experience, financial performance and quality.

BusinessDevelopment and Growth:

• Identify and pursue opportunities for service line growth and expansion, both programmatic and geographic.  Develop supporting business and operational plans, building