Director, Healthcare Operations: Strategy & Excellence

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia's UVA Community Health seeks a Director of Operations for UVACH Medical Group – Specialty Care to oversee physician practices, drive strategic plans, and ensure high-quality, accessible patient care. You will partner with Medical Directors and executive leadership to implement initiatives and maintain compliant operations.

The role requires leadership experience in healthcare, strong financial forecasting, and talent development to build high-performing teams across

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in healthcare administration or related field required.
• Five years of leadership experience required; physician practice leadership preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare management principles and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational oversight for UVA CH Medical Group physician practices.
• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Medical Directors and executive leadership to drive growth.
• Ensure policy compliance, staffing standards, and high-quality patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare administration

Strategic planning

Team development

Change management

Financial forecasting

Policy compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

Graduate Degree in healthcare administration

Bachelor's Degree in healthcare administration

Tools

Practice management software

MS Office

Job description

University of Virginia's UVA Community Health seeks a Director of Operations for UVACH Medical Group – Specialty Care to oversee physician practices, drive strategic plans, and ensure high-quality, accessible patient care. You will partner with Medical Directors and executive leadership to implement initiatives and maintain compliant operations.

The role requires leadership experience in healthcare, strong financial forecasting, and talent development to build high-performing teams across