Administrative Director - Cancer Institute
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Known for innovations in patient care, and named a three time recipient of the Healthgrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence, Virginia Mason Medical Center is a regional referral, teaching and research center. Our vision to be the Quality Leader in healthcare is achieved by adopting best practices as standard work and by improving systems via the Virginia Mason Production System, which uses Lean principles pioneered by Toyota. At VMMC, we strive to provide the finest health care through an interdisciplinary approach we call Team Medicine, which gives every individual the chance to contribute to the well-being of our patients and the continuing success of our medical center.
As one of the preeminent cancer care providers in the United States, Floyd & Delores Jones Cancer Institute at Virginia Mason in Seattle offers the very best in state-of-the-art cancer care in an environment of hope and healing. The institute brings all aspects of care – from physician visits to lab appointments to the pharmacy – to patients in one convenient location.
This position leads the operational development of OIC, Hem/Onc, Radiology/Oncology, Cancer Registry, Chaplains, Cancer coordinator and Cancer directors. This position is responsible for creating a balance of daily operational needs and the need for continuous improvement in service line delivery. Directs service line analyses for hospital and clinic programs in conjunction with the operational leadership teams in those areas. Leads the work to operationalize external and internal growth opportunities as identified in the medical center growth and strategic plans as well as yearly operational plans. Identifies financial improvement opportunities through benchmarking (performance metrics, return on investment) and the development and evaluation of business plans. Leads the implementation of these opportunities as well as various strategic and business development initiatives by working with leadership across the medical center.
Be a part of the Virginia Mason Team where we offer you not only a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including relocation assistance, but also a wonderful place to live. Seattle, home to Virginia Mason, is a city that offers its residents the best of everything – from first-rate restaurants, shopping, and theatre to a wealth of recreation, outdoor activities and weekend getaways.
Requirements:
Master’s degree in nursing, business or health administration required. A current Washington state RN license preferred. Seven to ten years experience in a managerial capacity. Excellent skills in project management and use of Continuous Quality Improvement techniques required; knowledge of Lean production or Six Sigma desirable. Exceptional communication, negotiation and relationship management skills required in interactions with VMMC staff at all levels, providers, Board members, and representatives of outside agencies. Strong planning and analytical skills required in the innovation of new approaches/initiatives, identification of areas requiring improvement, and monitoring of outcomes. Strong leadership skills required. Demonstrated talent and passion for innovation. Conceptual and behavioral commitment to lean thinking and lean practice.
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