Director, Medical Operations Strategy & Initiatives

Alliance Orthopedics; Matawan (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Orthopedics in Matawan, NJ is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives, Medical Operations to lead high-priority operational and clinical programs. You’ll partner with executive leadership and physicians to identify opportunities, drive change, and ensure alignment with quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has healthcare operations or strategy experience, strong analytics, project execution, and the ability to influence without direct authority.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years in healthcare operations or related field.
• Experience collaborating with physicians and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Redesign physician onboarding and implement a 12-month assimilation program.
• Develop physician performance frameworks and scorecards.
• Support physician leadership development and cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead physician-driven clinical education and standardized care.
• Translate priorities into actionable initiatives and monitor progress.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for initiatives.
• Collaborate with executives to identify operational improvements.
• Provide regular status updates to leadership.

Skills

Healthcare operations

Project management

Stakeholder influence

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Performance metrics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Alliance Orthopedics in Matawan, NJ is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives, Medical Operations to lead high-priority operational and clinical programs. You’ll partner with executive leadership and physicians to identify opportunities, drive change, and ensure alignment with quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has healthcare operations or strategy experience, strong analytics, project execution, and the ability to influence without direct authority.