Vp Surgical Services Institute

Company: Cooper University Health Care
Location: Camden
Posted on: May 19, 2023

Job Description:

About us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.--Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey. Short DescriptionThe--Vice President, Surgical Service Institute--will be responsible for --the development and implementation of the SSIs mission, long-range strategic plans, goals and objectives as well as physician practice operations and clinical services. The VP will provide administrative leadership for the entire range of programs within the department.-- The Vice President will manage a comprehensive range of programs with the objectives of improving the quality/value of services available to patients and physicians, and improving overall profitability.-- Overview PROGRAM PLANNING AND EVALUATION

• Work closely with Medical Director to develop and implement the vision and direction of services for the health system.
• Develop and implement a strategic business plan that focuses on improved financial performance for the service line. The plan will also include a capital budget, operating budget and new technology forecasting.
• Responsible for P&L of pertinent divisions and departments.
• Expand and develop coordinated multi-disciplimary programmatic offerings.
• Represent Cooper in business venture development with outside institutions and physicians.
• Develop a marketing plan for the service line in conjunction with Strategic Planning and Marketing.
• Assist in the development of facility plans for the service line consistent with strategic and marketing plans.
• Assist in the in development of new and existing managed care contacts for the department and help to resolve discrepancies with existing contracts.
• Develop ongoing systems for evaluation (qualitative, fiscal performance) of all new and existing service line programs.
• Monitor legislative and reimbursement changes, technological advances and hospital trends to identify issues critical to service delivery.
• Assist with development of programs and relationships that attract dedicated philanthropic support.PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT
  • Collaborate with medical staff, other departments and staff to direct and coordinate medical and nursing management of high quality patient care both in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Create an efficient and smooth referral process.
  • Communicate and collaborate with primary care and other specialty providers that will generate high physician satisfaction as well as patient centered experience.
  • Stimulate the development of new approaches to patient care management in order to facilitate the continuum of patient care, to promote high quality care in a cost effective manner, controlling resource utilization.
  • Guide the development of the department's philosophy, policy, procedures and standards, as related to customer service and operations management.
  • Provide direction to educational programs for patients, families and the community.
  • Work with Marketing team and leadership council to evaluate the success of these interventions and implement change as needed.OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
    • Develop and implement strategies to improve patient access working with other departments, medical staff, and support staff.
    • Oversee day to day operations of the department at all locations ensuring efficiency and profitability.
    • All program initiatives result in service line growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.
    • Assist with developing an organization structure that promotes effective leadership and aligned decision making.
    • In consultation with the respective clinical directors, chairmen or designees, determines and implements the most user-friendly, efficient, cost-effective and quality-oriented system of providing patient/physician services.
    • Assists Medical Director with evaluation, development and implementation of new programs and program modifications necessary to provide leading edge services in the region.
    • Reviews, on a regular basis, all reports including variance reports, operations reports, and other reports as required for appropriate budget analysis and troubleshooting/problem resolution.
    • Collaborate with physician leadership and other clinical staff to continually improve patient satisfaction scores for Surgical Services.
    • Assist in the development and maintenance of a performance improvement program, which includes measurable standards of care, and an evaluation system, which documents the continual improvement within the service line and compares with external benchmarks, when available.
    • Assures that all service line programs meet The Joint Commission, HCFA, state licensure and other accreditation standards.QUALITY MANAGEMENT
      • Collaborate with Continuing Medical Education and physicians to develop and offer annual CME programs educating community physicians and clinical staff regarding the services and offerings of the department.
      • Assist with the development of a committee responsible for defining policy, monitoring programs, addressing clinical practice issues and representing the service line to public and professional audiences.
      • Assures that all service line programs meet The Joint Commission, HCFA, state licensure and other accreditation standards.
      • Collaborate with Continuing Medical Education and physicians to develop and offer annual CME programs educating community physicians and clinical staff regarding the services and offerings of the department.
      • Assist with the development of a committee responsible for defining policy, monitoring programs, addressing clinical practice issues and representing the service line to public and professional audiences.
      • Assist with medical staff development and physician recruitment.
      • Help to facilitate communication between administration and medical staff.MARKETING & COMMUNICATION OUTREACH
        • Develop and implement strategies to enhance/develop relationships with key referral sources (internists, family practice physicians, nurses, social workers, etc.).
        • Lead the development of a common community image and branding strategy that is recognized as a leading heart program.
        • Spearhead and monitor a comprehensive community service/outreach program for the service line, designed to meet the specific needs of its population as well as those of the larger community served by CHS.
        • Conduct research on physician/patient satisfaction relative to the service line, and develop appropriate responses to problems.STAFF DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT
          • Maintain regular staff meetings to ensure adequate communication and interaction with direct reports.
          • Assists supervisor and staff in the understanding and administration of CHS policies and procedures.
          • Hire, coach and counsel staff, administering corrective action where required.
          • Communicate and share information with staff on a regular basis.
          • Keep employees informed of new policies, procedures, new programs and other pertinent information.
          • Conducts annual staff performance evaluations in a timely and meaningful manner.
          • Complies with hospital and System policies regarding confidentiality.Experience Required
            • In-depth knowledge of strategic planning and business development.--
            • Require demonstrated experience in Disease-Based Care, Physician Network and Hospital Development
            • Experience working with budgets and financial management.--Education Requirements
              • Masters Degree required (MBA, MHA, MA).----

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