Lead Operations Integration

AMSURG; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(K) Plan with matching

Job summary

AMSURG is seeking a Lead Operations Integration to oversee integration projects in the ambulatory surgery sector. This role is pivotal in coordinating initiatives like mergers, expansions, and relocations, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong project management skills, collaborate with senior leadership, and drive process improvements. This position supports a remote-centric hybrid work schedule offering various benefits including comprehensive health coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare services with a strong emphasis on operations, integrations, and project management.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• PMP or CAPM certification is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage integration projects supporting organizational growth.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) relating to integration initiatives.
• Foster a culture of excellence within the Operations Integration team.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience

Job description

Lead Operations Integration

Remote-Centric Hybrid

Company Overview: AMSURG is an independent leader in ambulatory surgery center services, operating a network of more than 250 surgery centers nationwide. In partnership with physicians and health systems, the organization delivers high-quality care for patients across a diverse spectrum of medical specialties, including gastroenterology, ophthalmology and orthopedics. To learn more about AMSURG, visit www.amsurg.com.

Position Summary

The Lead Operations Integration is responsible for coordinating and managing integration projects that support organizational growth and operational excellence. This includes initiatives such as de novos, relocations, divestitures, mergers, expansions, and acquisitions of centers, ensuring alignment with AMSURG corporate objectives.

The Lead will execute and maintain a structured integration framework, collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions, proactively identify and mitigate risks, and drive improvements in integration processes. This role requires strong project management skills and the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple departments.

Additionally, the Lead will serve as a key partner to senior leadership within the integration team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and innovation throughout the integration lifecycle.

Work Schedule: Remote-Centric Hybrid

Essential Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Execution
  • Support the strategic integration framework for AMSURG, aligning acquisition and de novo projects with corporate goals while facilitating the full lifecycle of integration projects, including pre-acquisition planning, implementation, and post-integration evaluation.
  • Support strategic planning sessions, drive innovation in integration processes, and deliver strategic recommendations for continuous improvement in outcomes such as operational performance and cultural alignment.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of integration initiatives and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
  • Create and implement tools, timelines, processes, and documentation that support both current and future integration projects effectively and efficiently.
• Executive-Level Collaboration
  • Provide regular integration updates, identify risks, and report outcomes to the AMSURG integration leadership team, offering clear, actionable recommendations.
  • Collaborate with integration leadership and senior stakeholders to ensure integration activities align with organizational objectives and financial targets.
  • Support strategic decision-making by delivering insights and data-driven solutions to integration leadership and other key stakeholders.
  • Coordinate the collection and analysis of critical operational data in partnership with functional leaders to advance AMSURG programs and initiatives.
• People Leadership & Development
  • Foster a culture of excellence and professional growth within the Operations Integration team through mentorship and development.
  • Support the development of team members and cross-functional partners, ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities for successful integration project execution.
  • Drive change management initiatives to enable smooth transitions for newly acquired or de novo centers, proactively addressing cultural and operational challenges.
  • Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure onboarding milestones and timelines are achieved efficiently and effectively.
• Innovative Process Ownership
  • Support the creation and maintenance of a knowledge management system to capture lessons learned and share best practices across the organization.
  • Champion the adoption of cutting-edge technology tools to streamline integration workflows and enhance project efficiency.
  • Partner with teammates in Operations and other functions to develop predictive analytics models for risk mitigation and resource optimization.
  • Support process improvement initiatives and the development of standardized tools and documentation to enhance operational efficiency.
• External Relationship Management
  • Represent AMSURG in discussions with Center Administrators and industry partners to foster trust and collaboration.
  • Align integration processes with emerging industry trends and regulatory requirements to maintain AMSURG’s leadership position in ambulatory surgery.
• Operational & Project Management
  • Develop project management tools and resources to support integration efforts.
  • Serve as the Operations Project Manager for acquisition, tracking key milestones and ensuring efficient transitions.
  • Prepare and execute a “Day One” plan to facilitate seamless integration for all integration projects.
  • Work collaboratively with field operations, development teams, and functional leaders to manage expectations with physicians, leadership, and staff.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

• Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to guide teams toward successful outcomes. Proven ability to manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. Strong analytical capabilities, enabling data-driven decision-making and strategic planning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels.
• A demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, or a minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare services with a strong emphasis on operations, integrations, and project management.
• Proven ability to lead and/or actively contribute to complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders. Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to achieve strategic objectives.

Employment at AMSURG: Living Our Values Every Day

At AMSURG, our values define who we are and how we serve our patients, partners, and each other. As a national leader in ambulatory surgery, we are committed to a culture of excellence, integrity, teamwork and caring deeply. Our values guide every decision, ensuring we continue to elevate healthcare and provide the highest quality care.

These guiding principles are the foundation of our culture and a guide to how we collaborate, innovate, and make a difference every day.

• Care Deeply for those around us.
• Cultivate Integrity to build trust.
• Champion Excellence for continuous improvement
• Celebrate Teamwork every step to the way.

Benefits

To ensure we retain and invest in great people, AMSURG provides its employees with the benefits, recognition, training, and opportunities needed for professional growth. Our wide range of health and welfare benefits allow you to choose the right coverage for you and your family. AMSURG offers a variety of health and welfare benefit options to help protect your health and promote your wellbeing. Benefits offered include but are not limited to: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Limited Healthcare FSA, FSAs for Transportation and Parking & HSAs, and a matching 401(K) Plan.

Paid Time Off

AMSURG offers paid time off, 9 observed holidays, and paid family leave. You accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) each pay period and depending on your position and can earn a minimum of 20 days and up to 25 days per calendar year.

EOE Statement

AMSURG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age (40 or older), race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: [e-mail]. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.