Job Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Develops and executes strategic plans for specialty care services and identifies and implements growth opportunities for specialty care services, enhancing Adventist Health's service offerings and market relevance. Collaborates with the appropriate leadership to ensure specialty care goals align with broader strategies. Fosters strong relationships with patients, families, providers, and the community to enhance patient experience.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in healthcare administration, business or related field: Required
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Ten years' related experience in healthcare leadership, with a focus on specialty care or service line management: Preferred

Essential Functions:

• Implements policies, procedures, and protocols to standardize care delivery across specialties. Leads initiatives to improve service line integration, communication, and coordination among specialties and other care divisions. Partners with system IT team on the adoption of innovative treatments, technologies, and telemedicine solutions to enhance specialty care delivery.
• Establishes and monitors quality metrics and performance benchmarks for specialty care services to ensure high standards of care. Drives initiatives to improve patient safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes within specialty care. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and best practice guidelines.
• Develops and manages budgets for specialty care services, ensuring financial sustainability and profitability. Conducts financial analysis and cost-containment efforts to optimize the use of resources. Leads efforts to enhance revenue streams, including billing optimization, coding accuracy, and reimbursement strategies.
• Recruits, develops, and mentors specialty care leaders, physicians, and clinical staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Provides leadership in workforce planning, ensuring appropriate staffing levels, skills, and training within specialty services.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.