Vice President Radiology

Company Overview:

Optum Tri-State is a leading medical group providing a high-value ambulatory care delivery network in New York and New Jersey that is physician-led, patient-centered and clinically focused. When you join our leadership team, you'll be surrounded by dedicated performance-driven leaders who are committed to building the highest value healthcare delivery system. The Radiology service line is playing an increasing role in our growth strategy across the Tri-State region and this role has been designed to enable us to bring greater value to our patients and providers.

Position Overview:

The VP of Radiology Services will provide strategic direction and operational leadership for regional Radiology Services. As a Senior Leader, the individual will collaborate with Medical Leadership & Executive Management to ensure strategic focus and tactical execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to the following)

• Develop and execute a strategic direction, vision, and plan to ensure continued quality, operational performance, and growth targets are met.
• Oversee all administrative ownership for all radiology services including but not limited to CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, General X-Ray, Mammo, DEXA and Ultrasound.
• Partner and collaborate with Radiology Medical Leadership to ensure clinical and operational alignment.
• Partner and collaborate with Radiologists ensuring clinically standardized and quality-focused care is provided.
• Responsible for developing business cases to support organizational objectives.
• Required to lead the creation of operational, financial, and clinical aspects of Radiology program development.

• Review and monitor financial performance of the Radiology service line and drive towards key financial targets.

• Develop and lead a team of clinical and business operations leaders who are responsible for delivering radiology services.
• Lead the design and management of clinical regulatory, license and accreditation compliance.
• Lead the design and management of business continuity operations.
• Lead the design and management of 3rd party joint ventures to create and implement a complete clinical care experience.
• Report out key performance indicators to Executive Management within the Tri-State region to ensure targets are being met.
• Partner and collaborate with other Optum Radiology partners or strategic corporate functions as required.

Performance Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Radiology Services and practice in strategic plan development, innovation program deployment, clinical efficacy, organizational policies and procedures and operational performance.
• Skilled in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of Radiology Services to ensure high quality patient care.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with medical, clinical, and operational leadership.
• Strong knowledge of financial analytics, workforce projections and management, and staffing budget preparations.
• Executive Leadership and Management to ensure departmental and business strategy are aligned.
• Ability to lead and provide direction to ensure the realization of key objectives.

• Adheres to all National, State and Tri-State regional regulations, policies and procedures including ACR, MQSA, NY & NJ State, OSHA and HIPAA standards and guidelines.
• Knowledge of best practice procedures for varying specialties and their impact on Radiology services.

• Ability to handle stressful situations with equanimity and lead teams to manage through change.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Work requires sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending, and stretching for files and supplies. Occasionally lifting files or paper weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Requires the use of office equipment, such as computer terminals, telephones, and copiers.
• Travel to various practice locations.

Typical Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a variety of settings and offices.
• Involves frequent contact with employee(s), provider(s), manager(s) and supervisor(s).
• Work may be stressful at times, interaction with others is constant and interruptive.

Qualifications:

• Superior management and organizational skills including the ability to facilitate strategy development and lead cross functional teams.
• Direct experience in operating and leading Multi-modality Radiology Services across multiple locations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the skills to lead, teach and persuade others.
• A high level of analytical and presentation skills.
• Proven experience in design and execution of complex clinical or administrative systems or programs.
• Experience in process and quality improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) is preferred.
• Established reputation as a leader, business partner, and agent for change management.
• Comprehensive and thorough understanding of all elements of health care delivery in patient care setting, including strategy, business planning, operations, and finances.
• Understanding of health care industry changes, competitor actions, legal/regulatory changes, and technological trends.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• PC proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and proficiency with office software applications.

Experience:

• Ten or more years of Radiology experience.
• Ten or more years of progressive leadership in healthcare.
• Ten or more years of a proven track record in Radiology operations, Radiology Services development and related business planning and performance management.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in clinical or business-related field required.
• Master's degree in Business; Health Administration preferred.
• Advanced degree or certification in the Medical Technologist field preferred.

Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada or NYC Residents Only: The pay range for Colorado residents is $113,500 to $218,100 per year. The pay range for Connecticut / Nevada/NYC residents is $113,500 to $218,100. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your base compensation, Optum Medical Care, P.C. offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with Optum Medical Care, P.C. you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Optum Tri-State is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability