Digestive Health Director

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Organization:

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness

Position Overview:

A strategic business leader responsible for the growth, financial performance, and long-term vision of the digestive health program. Serving as the dyad partner to the lead physician, this role ensures programmatic development, financial sustainability, and strategic expansion while aligning with enterprise-level priorities. Oversees business strategy, financial planning, payer relationships, and program development strategy to position the transplant program as a leader in clinical innovation, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency.

Job Description:

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Partner with the lead physician to drive programmatic strategy, innovation, and long-term vision.
• Lead the growth and development of new services, including market expansion, partnerships, and payer contracting strategies.
• Oversee business planning, financial forecasting, and volume projections to drive transplant program sustainability.
• Develop and implement strategies for referral growth, patient access, and outreach initiatives.

Financial & Business Operations

• Oversee financial management, including operating budgets, cost containment strategies, and reimbursement optimization.
• Partner with finance, contracting, and managed care teams to evaluate payer mix, reimbursement rates, and value-based care opportunities.
• Lead business case development for capital investments, technology adoption, and service expansion.
• Assess alternative revenue streams (e.g., research funding, philanthropy, industry partnerships).

Regulatory & Compliance Strategy

• Ensure compliance with United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and Joint Commission standards through strategic oversight.
• Work collaboratively with regulatory and quality teams to ensure data-driven decision-making and continuous performance improvement.

Enterprise & External Engagement

• Serve as the primary executive liaison between system leadership, physicians, and external partners.
• Foster relationships with industry leaders, health system executives, and networks to advance strategic objectives.
• Coordinate with service lines to drive forward new clinical programs and repatriation efforts across Sutter services.

EDUCATION:

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

Master's: Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), or related field.

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

6 years recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Proven track record in:

• Leading cross-functional initiatives across clinical and administrative teams.
• Developing strategic plans and executing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Financial modeling, payer strategy, and business case development.

Exceptional communication and executive presence, with experience in physician engagement and executive-level reporting.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, or similar).

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $202,030.40 to $323,232.00 / annual salary

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.