The VP/COO - FPG will have oversight for all matters related to overall medical group performance, inclusive of operational, clinical, financial metrics, growth, and services. This leader is responsible for strategic development and execution of ambulatory care as well as active engagement in driving the strategy, growth, and alignment of internal and external physician relationships within and across the medical group and health system.
This leader will work collaboratively and cohesively with acute care leaders, service line executive directors, and executive medial directors to coordinate strategies and be committed to a culture supportive of physicians that fosters their professional development.
- Require a Master's degree in Business Administration, Health Administration, or related field.- Require ten (10) years of senior leadership experience in healthcare setting with specific experience in managing ambulatory services, service lines, integrated delivery systems (IDS), an physician practices.
- Prefer a proven ability to lead a high-performing team and the ability to recruit and motivate talent.- Prefer extensive experience in a highly matrixed environment.- Prefer exceptional customer service with strong track record in improving quality, patient, associate, and physician engagement.- Prefer American College of Medical Practice Executives certification (ACMPE) or Certified Physician Practice Manager Certification (CPPM).- Prefer excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.- Prefer proficiency in computer software programs, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, practice management software, Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Outlook.- Prefer strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make informed decisions in high-pressure situations.
As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is a regional referral center offering Southwest Florida’s greatest breadth and depth of care, with more than 2,500 medical staff and more than 1.7 patient visits across its two hospital campuses, two freestanding ERs, and network of outpatient care centers.
Its flagship 897-bed Sarasota hospital has been consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best, with superior patient outcomes and a comprehensive network of services. In 2021, the public health system opened its second acute-care hospital, SMH-Venice, with 212 beds and full range of specialties to serve south Sarasota County. As the region's only public health system – and only not-for-profit – it also serves as a critical safety net for the uninsured and underinsured in Sarasota County.