What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Director – Outpatient Oncology position at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital?
NewYork-Presbyterian is a comprehensive academic health care delivery system dedicated to providing the highest quality, most compassionate care to patients in our communities. As a leader in cancer care, NewYork-Presbyterian delivers innovative, multidisciplinary oncology services through a network of ambulatory programs, specialty clinics, infusion centers, and advanced treatment programs.
The Patient Care Director is responsible for the clinical and operational leadership of a diverse portfolio of outpatient oncology services, including Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Adult Oncology Infusion, Apheresis, the Bone Marrow Transplant Day Hospital, Breast Center services, and oncology specialty clinics.
In this dynamic leadership role, you will partner closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, operational leaders, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient-centered care across multiple ambulatory oncology settings. You will provide strategic and operational oversight of nursing and patient care services, including staffing, workflow optimization, quality and safety initiatives, patient experience, program development, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement.
The Patient Care Director serves as a key leader in advancing nursing excellence and supporting the growth and evolution of outpatient oncology programs. This individual will drive initiatives that promote evidence-based practice, operational efficiency, interdisciplinary collaboration, and high-quality patient outcomes while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and professional development among clinical staff.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in ambulatory oncology operations and demonstrate the ability to lead complex clinical programs, manage change, optimize care delivery, and enhance the patient experience across a comprehensive outpatient oncology service line. Success in this role requires a collaborative leader who can navigate a fast-paced academic medical center environment while balancing the needs of patients, staff, providers, and the organization.
This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in healthcare while helping shape the future of outpatient cancer care through innovation, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday.
Preferred Criteria
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
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Salary Range
$170,000-$217,000/Annual
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
The Patient Care Director is responsible for the clinical and operational leadership of a diverse portfolio of outpatient oncology services, including Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Adult Oncology Infusion, Apheresis, the Bone Marrow Transplant Day Hospital, Breast Center services, and oncology specialty clinics.
In this dynamic leadership role, you will partner closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, operational leaders, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient-centered care across multiple ambulatory oncology settings. You will provide strategic and operational oversight of nursing and patient care services, including staffing, workflow optimization, quality and safety initiatives, patient experience, program development, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement.
The Patient Care Director serves as a key leader in advancing nursing excellence and supporting the growth and evolution of outpatient oncology programs. This individual will drive initiatives that promote evidence-based practice, operational efficiency, interdisciplinary collaboration, and high-quality patient outcomes while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and professional development among clinical staff.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in ambulatory oncology operations and demonstrate the ability to lead complex clinical programs, manage change, optimize care delivery, and enhance the patient experience across a comprehensive outpatient oncology service line. Success in this role requires a collaborative leader who can navigate a fast-paced academic medical center environment while balancing the needs of patients, staff, providers, and the organization.
This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in healthcare while helping shape the future of outpatient cancer care through innovation, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday.
Preferred Criteria
- ONS chemotherapy / biotherapy certified, Oncology Certification (OCN)
- Previous management, leadership and collaborative experience
- At least 3 years of RN experience
- BSN
- Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field
- Current New York State RN license
- Strong business acumen and communication
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
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Salary Range
$170,000-$217,000/Annual
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
Salary : $170,000 - $217,000