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Job Title: Assistant Vice President

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Administration

Req #: 0000248072

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $160,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Assistant Vice President, Hospital Operations & Ancillary Services

Job Overview:

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Hospital Operations & Ancillary Services provides leadership, direction, and oversight for the hospital's ancillary departments, ensuring efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care.

At Clara Maass Medical Center, the AVP serves as both a strategic partner and an operational leader, working closely with department directors to align services with community needs, patient satisfaction goals, and the hospital's mission and values.

Reports to:

The Assistant Vice President reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer CMMC.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in a clinical discipline (required).

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience in hospital operations, with at least 5 years managing ancillary or clinical support services.
• Experience working in a community or regional hospital preferred.
• Strong background in quality management, operational efficiency, and patient-centered service delivery.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Financial acumen and the ability to balance budgets with quality improvement goals.
• Hands-on, adaptable leadership style suited to a community hospital environment.

Performance Metrics

• Achievement of financial, operational, and quality benchmarks
• Patient satisfaction and service excellence scores
• Staff engagement and retention rate
• Regulatory compliance and accreditation outcomes
• Efficiency in ancillary service delivery and community

Key Responsibilities

Strategic and Operational Leadership

• Develop and execute operational plans for ancillary departments that support the hospital's strategic priorities and community health goals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and performance of key ancillary areas, including: imaging and radiology, laboratory, pathology, respiratory therapy, radiation oncology, patient transport, room care.

Logistics

• Collaborate with the COO and senior leadership to optimize patient flow, involving the strategic coordination of hospital beds, equipment, and support services to ensure patients move efficiently from admission to discharge.

Quality and Compliance

• Ensure all ancillary departments meet or exceed standards set by The Joint Commission, CMS, and state regulatory agencies.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes, reduce errors, and increase patient satisfaction.
• Promote evidence-based practices and data-driven performance improvement.

Financial and Resource Management

• Develop and manage departmental budgets; monitor expenses, revenue, and productivity to ensure financial sustainability.
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality of care.
• Manage vendor and service contracts to ensure competitive pricing and high service standards.

Team Development and Leadership

• Supervise and mentor department directors and managers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Promote employee engagement, retention, and professional growth through leadership development and succession planning.
• Ensure effective communication across departments and between frontline staff and leadership.

Community and Patient Engagement

• Strengthen partnerships with community physicians, clinics, and health programs to ensure seamless patient care and service accessibility.
• Participate in community health initiatives and represent ancillary services in public outreach or health education events.
• Support programs that align with the hospital's mission to meet the healthcare needs of the local population.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.