Director, Clinical Excellence & Ambulatory Operations

SSM Health; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health is seeking a capable administrator to direct clinic and hospital operations across Saint Louis and surrounding areas. The role requires shaping goals, standards, and operational plans that support the system's strategic vision.

You will oversee service expansion, ensure high-quality patient care in collaboration with staff and physicians, and manage staffing, payroll, and regulatory compliance. This position emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of education and experience.
• Minimum three years of management/leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans for new and expanded services.
• Assesses quality of and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other providers.
• Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction and conflict management.
• Performs and oversees scheduling, recruitment and payroll.
• Monitors budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts and vendor relations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SSM Health is seeking a capable administrator to direct clinic and hospital operations across Saint Louis and surrounding areas. The role requires shaping goals, standards, and operational plans that support the system's strategic vision.

You will oversee service expansion, ensure high-quality patient care in collaboration with staff and physicians, and manage staffing, payroll, and regulatory compliance. This position emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and accountability.