Director Oncology Operations

• Area of Interest: Management
• Salary Range: *$62.76/hr-$94.14/hr*
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
• Department: Oncology Service Line Strategy
• Shift: Monday-Friday, Days
• Job ID: 188143
  
  

Overview

Location: Onsite- Quad Cities region

Shift: Full-Time, 1.0 FTE

We're seeking an experienced and collaborative Director of Oncology Operations to join our leadership team. This role serves as the accountable operational leader for oncology services across our care continuum and Quad Cities market.

In this role, you'll oversee key support functions such as tumor registry abstraction,outcomes reporting, charge capture, and other clinical and non-clinical services essential to high‑quality oncology care, which may include medical oncology, radiation oncology and infusion centers across the system.

The Director drives system‑wide initiatives, manages cross‑market teams, and supports oncology education and publication efforts. Working closely with market leadership, service line leaders, and a physician dyad, the Director advances growth and performance across clinical, operational, and financial domains. The ideal candidate fosters a collaborative, patient‑centered culture that champions teamwork, staff development, and delivery of an exceptional experience focused on quality, access, and patient satisfaction.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
• Dental, health and vision insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   
  
  

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Lead oncology operations to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered services across all assigned departments
• Foster a collaborative culture aligned with organizational mission, vision, and values
• Maintain strong visibility within oncology departments to support staff and operations
• Partner with physician leaders to drive clinical, operational, and financial excellence
• Manage budgets and financial performance, including revenue cycle and reimbursement oversight
• Support strategic planning and communicate priorities with key stakeholders
• Drive service line growth through effective tactics developed with system and physician leadership
• Lead system‑wide teams and initiatives, removing barriers to project success
• Build strong physician and APP relationships to support recruitment, retention, and service accessibility
• Oversee system‑wide huddles and on‑call coverage for oncology administrative needs
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related field is requried
• Master's degree in Business or Healthcare Management is preferred
  
  

Experience:

• Required:
• At least three (3) years of leadership experiene in oncology services within a healthcare system/organization is required
• At least one (1) year of experience with oversight for a hospital-based oncology environment is required
• Preferred:
• Experience with working in a physician dyad model
• Experience in a group practice and clinic leadership
• Knowledge and experience with process improvement
• Experience as a licensed clinical professional with patient contact
  

Licenses/Certifications:

• Preferred:
• Oncology Certified Nursing Certification (OCN)
• Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives Certification (FACHE)
• Lean Certification: Six Sigma Yellow, Green , or Black belt
  

Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.