Ambulatory Surgery Center Director

Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance; Lenexa, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance is seeking an experienced ASC Administrator to oversee the Lenexa ASC operations, scheduling, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.

This full-time leadership role requires orthopedic-focused ASC experience, strong vendor and cost-management skills, and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Join a team dedicated to world-class outcomes, collaborative culture, and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or a related clinical or administrative field.
• 5+ years of ASC leadership experience, with at least 2 years as an ASC Administrator or Director.
• Experience in an orthopedic-only or musculoskeletal-focused ASC.
• Experience managing a physician-owned or joint-venture ASC.
• Familiarity with orthopedic implant/device contracting and cost management.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership experience in an ambulatory surgery center.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASC regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions for Coverage, TJC standards, and state licensure rules.

Responsibilities

• Direct all day-to-day clinical and administrative operations of the orthopedic ASC.
• Develop, implement, and monitor annual operating budgets; manage labor, supply, and overhead costs to achieve financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with ASC regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions for Coverage, TJC standards, and state licensure rules.
• Foster a positive and collaborative environment among staff and surgeons to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and manage supply chain effectively to ensure cost-effective procurement of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Analyze financial data to drive performance and achieve budgetary goals.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to optimize scheduling and resource utilization.
• Ensure the ASC operates in accordance with all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, promoting professional development and adherence to best practices in perioperative nursing and orthopedic surgical services.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

ASC Regulations

EHR systems

Vendor management

Supply chain

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Details Job Location: KCOA Lenexa ASC - Lenexa, KS 66219 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Job Category: Executive The Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance is dedicated to providing an inclusive, diverse, welcoming, team-oriented job environment that affords our employees an opportunity to grow and excel in their positions. Our commitment is to each other and our patients. This allows us to deliver the gold standard of patient care, communication, treatment and outcomes at every step of the healthcare process. Customer service, empathy and logic will drive our decision-making and influence our culture of selflessness and charity. This team is greater than the sum of its parts, but each individual’s contribution will lead to the ultimate success of our company.

Job Purpose

• Oversee scheduling of surgical cases, staff, and OR block time to maximize throughput and surgeon satisfaction.
• Establish and enforce policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendor and supply chain relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct all day-to-day clinical and administrative operations of the orthopedic ASC.
• Develop, implement, and monitor annual operating budgets; manage labor, supply, and overhead costs to achieve financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with ASC regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions for Coverage, TJC standards, and state licensure rules.
• Foster a positive and collaborative environment among staff and surgeons to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and manage supply chain effectively to ensure cost-effective procurement of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Analyze financial data to drive performance and achieve budgetary goals.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to optimize scheduling and resource utilization.
• Ensure the ASC operates in accordance with all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, promoting professional development and adherence to best practices in perioperative nursing and orthopedic surgical services.

QualificationsRequired Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or a related clinical or administrative field.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of ASC leadership experience, with at least 2 years as an ASC Administrator or Director.
• Experience in an orthopedic-only or musculoskeletal-focused ASC.
• Experience managing a physician-owned or joint-venture ASC.
• Familiarity with orthopedic implant/device contracting and cost management.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership experience in an ambulatory surgery center.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASC regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions for Coverage, TJC standards, and state licensure rules.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to manage budgets, analyze financial data, and drive financial performance.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing practice and orthopedic surgical services.
• Proficiency with ASC practice management and electronic health record (EHR) systems.