Director Physician Practice & Programs

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Director of Physician Practice & Programs to lead regional clinical services and programs. You will supervise service delivery, drive regionalization efforts, and collaborate with physician and administrative leaders to align strategy with LVHN’s mission.

The role emphasizes budget oversight, KPI management, and patient experience improvements across multiple ambulatory sites. A senior-level healthcare management background is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, healthcare management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience directing others’ work in a physician office practice.
• Preferred Master’s degree in business administration or healthcare management.
• Strong leadership, change management, and strategic focus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees programmatic operations across regional practices.
• Provides supervision and direction of the delivery of services and related programs.
• Develops growth opportunities and regionalizes clinical services.
• Partners with leaders to improve patient experience and care transitions.
• Manages financial performance, budget development, revenue and labor productivity across the enterprise.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Stakeholder management

Emotional intelligence

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration/healthcare management

Master’s degree in business administration/healthcare management

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Director Physician Practice & Programs | Lehigh Valley Health Network# Director Physician Practice & ProgramsFull-TimeDay ShiftDepartmentLVPG-L OBGYN - 1245 S Cedar CrestShift DetailsDay Shift, M-F 8am-5pm varianbleApply NowJob IDwd-JR143039PostedNovember 9, 2026# Director Physician Practice & ProgramsApply NowSearch More Jobs**Join a team that delivers excellence.**Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional healthcare experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the \"Best Hospitals\" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best healthcare possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. **Summary** Oversees programmatic operations across regional practices. Provides supervision and direction of the delivery of services and related programs. Supports the further acquisition, development and service line regionalization efforts of clinical services and programs. Cultivates relationships with key stakeholders, by working collaboratively with other service lines, across acute care practices and ambulatory sites to promote and develop optimal services. Works in partnership with leaders to promote continuous improvement of clinical services and patient experience throughout the continuum of care. **Job Duties*** Assumes responsibility for financial performance, budget development processes, revenue and expense management, and labor productivity across the enterprise.* Supports the development of business plans and strategic initiatives that enhance growth and operational excellence incorporating best practices and standardization to enhance the LVHN brand.* Works in concert with physician and administrative leadership to develop and grow clinical programs.* Partners in the strategy and execution in collaboration with key stakeholders, including review and management of operational KPI’s.* Leads efforts to identify opportunities and drive improvement of the patient experience and care transitions within the division, program or service line/institute.* Addresses performance issues promptly and appropriately and uses sound judgment in compliance with policy and applicable laws and regulations. **Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, healthcare management, or related field.* 5 years relevant experience in a physician office practice setting and supervisory experience directing other's work.* Ability to initiate, accept, and adapt to change.* Demonstrates strong leadership and mature emotional intelligence.* Demonstrates proficiency in both transactional and transformational leadership.* Demonstrates ability to partner with stakeholders to achieve goals.* Excellent computer skills, electronic medical record (EMR), and Microsoft Office suite. **Preferred Qualifications*** Master’s Degree in business administration, healthcare management, or related field. **Additional Qualifications*** Proven proficiency of technology at conclusion of orientation. **Physical Demands** Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, \\*patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.ApplyDiscover more about our mission and values on our about page.