What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Vice President of Surgical Practices & Programs - Full Time position at AtlantiCare?
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
The AVP, Surgical Practices & Program Development provides strategic, operational, and financial leadership for APG Surgical Practices and the Center for Perioperative Medicine. This role is accountable for quality, safety, efficiency, and growth across the perioperative continuum, including the development and expansion of surgical programs aligned with organizational and community needs.
This role collaborates closely with senior leadership, APG practice leadership, surgical services, finance, and perioperative support teams to advance strategic planning, operational performance, and service optimization.
Essential Functions
Education:
Master’s degree in a healthcare-related field required.
Experience:
Minimum of 5-7years of experience in a healthcare-related industry, with demonstrated leadership in management and/or program development. Proven accomplishments in strategic planning, fiscal management, and clinical practice management required. Strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles and organizational vision and values. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated strengths in relationship-building, analysis, financial oversight, and project management. Proficiency in clinical applications preferred at time of hire. Required competency to be achieved within 30–60 days of hire.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Demonstrates competencies as outlined in the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
May be exposed to typical hospital environment risks, including bloodborne pathogens, infectious disease, and hazardous substances. This role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, and crouching, and regular use of standard office equipment.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Vice President, Surgical Services, and supervises assigned incumbents.
This document reflects the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs to help you thrive
Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.
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Position Summary
The AVP, Surgical Practices & Program Development provides strategic, operational, and financial leadership for APG Surgical Practices and the Center for Perioperative Medicine. This role is accountable for quality, safety, efficiency, and growth across the perioperative continuum, including the development and expansion of surgical programs aligned with organizational and community needs.
This role collaborates closely with senior leadership, APG practice leadership, surgical services, finance, and perioperative support teams to advance strategic planning, operational performance, and service optimization.
Essential Functions
- Provide operational and financial oversight of APG Surgical Practices and the Center for Perioperative Medicine to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality perioperative services.
- Direct practice and program operations across ambulatory & hospital settings to ensure coordinated, cost-effective service delivery.
- Lead and develop assigned leaders and teams to achieve performance, quality, and operational objectives.
- Partner with surgical services, finance, and perioperative support teams to manage budgets, resources, and operational performance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
- Drive continuous improvement in quality, safety, efficiency, and patient experience.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, customer service, and alignment with organizational values.
- Provides leadership for the strategic growth and long-term development of APG Surgical Practices and the Center for Perioperative Medicine.
- Lead enterprise and service-line strategic planning to align practice & program services with organizational priorities and community needs.
- Translate organizational strategy into sustainable operational and growth initiatives.
- Provide oversight of major program initiatives, including robotics programs and the Musculoskeletal Service Line.
- Partner with senior leadership to advance system-wide strategic priorities, service optimization, and financial sustainability.
- Identify and pursue growth opportunities through collaboration with referring providers, affiliates, and community partners, informed by market and regulatory trends.
Education:
Master’s degree in a healthcare-related field required.
Experience:
Minimum of 5-7years of experience in a healthcare-related industry, with demonstrated leadership in management and/or program development. Proven accomplishments in strategic planning, fiscal management, and clinical practice management required. Strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles and organizational vision and values. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated strengths in relationship-building, analysis, financial oversight, and project management. Proficiency in clinical applications preferred at time of hire. Required competency to be achieved within 30–60 days of hire.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Demonstrates competencies as outlined in the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
May be exposed to typical hospital environment risks, including bloodborne pathogens, infectious disease, and hazardous substances. This role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, and crouching, and regular use of standard office equipment.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Vice President, Surgical Services, and supervises assigned incumbents.
This document reflects the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs to help you thrive
Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.