AVP, Pathology Operations

Job Description

Directs the development, coordination and administration of Core Laboratory Operations policies, services and programs of the Health System. Participates in the development and implementation of financial and strategic planning activities. Facilitates quality improvement initiatives and the integration of the Health System’s values.

Job Responsibility

• Leads the Pathology and Laboratory Service Line Operations function by developing leaders, communicating, and building consensus for goals/programs that support system goals.
• Develops and articulates a long-term strategic vision for areas of responsibility.
• Promotes quality and productivity improvements through involvement in the development of improved procedures, process innovations and changes which support the strategic direction of the Health System.
• Plans and implements the utilization of information resources to support the strategic direction and operation of the Health System.
• Researches, develops and coordinates the implementation of strategic plans, policies and standards for the Pathology and Laboratory Service Line to include maximizing market share, growth strategies, expense control, space allocation, and technological equipment and information systems (IS) purchases. 
• Participates in planning, organizing and coordinating financial policies and practices to control revenues, disburse funds and conserve assets.
• Monitors fiscal operations including, fiscal accounting, reporting and control; billing and payroll; third party reimbursement and contracting; regulatory cost reporting, internal auditing and budget coordination and forecasting.
• Establishes and standardizes financial management systems to support financial reporting requirements. 
• Plans, directs and supports all hardware, operating systems, networks and data communication technologies.
• Coordinates, develops and executes public relations and communication programs for the Health System's internal and external audiences.
• Directs the research, development and implementation of marketing policies, plans and procedures which capitalize on current and future market opportunities.
• Participates in and implements business development projects that include business acquisitions, new product design and systems enhancements.
• Identifies new opportunities, tests new ideas and ensures implementation.
• Reviews and directs the planning, design, implementation and support of corporate wide information systems, networks and departmental applications.
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State and City rules, regulations and tax laws and JCAHO standards.
• Interprets and standardizes all fiscal and regulatory reporting standards to ensure compliance with government and regulatory reporting and third-party agencies. 
• Evaluates and directs the assessment of services and development of new programs and research projects on an on-going basis and supports strategies for program adaptation to market changes.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

• Master's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current License to practice as a Pathologists' Assistant, Cytotechnologist, or HIstology/Clinical Laboratory Technologist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• 10-12 years of relevant experience and 7 years of leadership / management experience, required.
• Strategic regionalization experience, across multiple locations/service areas, highly preferred. 

*Additional Salary Detail 
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).