Vice President, Heart Institute - Heart Institute

Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego, home to one of the nation's premier pediatric heart programs is seeking a dynamic and visionary Vice President for the Heart Institute. Ranked #3 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery, the Heart Institute is recognized for groundbreaking innovation, exceptional clinical outcomes, and compassionate care. This role presents a rare opportunity to lead a nationally acclaimed program, advancing its mission to transform the future of children's heart health through world-class care, research, and education. 

JOB SUMMARY:
The Vice President will be responsible for strategic planning, establishing relationships, and managing system-wide Heart Institute business: including inpatient, ambulatory, and diagnostic. Accountable for assessment, implementation, and evaluation of patient care and ensuring that quality care is provided to patients in accordance with organizational, professional and regulatory standards. Provides leadership and participates in continuous performance improvement activities throughout the Institute and develops and ensures compliance with clinical standards and staff competency. Plans, implements, and evaluates services to ensure sustained improvements in quality, cost, delivery, safety, engagement and family experience in all clinical sites. Strategizes and collaborates with physicians, hospital and clinical leaders, and other stakeholders to develop, implement, and operationalize initiatives intended to achieve desired outcomes. Accountable for the planning, development, provision, and continuous improvement of all patient care services within the Institute.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree

Area of Study in a Field Related to the Position

5 Years of Experience

Broad knowledge of complex disciplines represented in departments and of the laws and regulations pertaining to services provided by the departments.

Minimum five (5) years of strategic leadership experience developing and enhancing care deliveryprograms, business development and management and developing leaders and effective care teamswithin a large, complex organization.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

7 Years of Experience

5+ years Pediatric Cardiac Care Management

Certified by ACHE and/or MGMA

Experience in an academic practice environment

Experience in Toyota Production System or Lean Methodology

The current salary range for this position is $76.30 to $110.64

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.