Lead, Patient Flow & Throughput Optimization

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Director of Patient Throughput in Baltimore, Maryland. This leadership position requires overseeing and optimizing patient flow across clinical and procedural areas, ensuring efficient care coordination, and developing data-driven strategies for length of stay and capacity management. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and extensive experience in healthcare operations, with strong data literacy and leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years progressive experience in healthcare, quality management, or finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of managerial experience in a hospital or healthcare system overseeing patient throughput.

Responsibilities

• Oversee admissions, discharges, and transfer operations for efficient care delivery.
• Lead initiatives to address patient flow barriers.
• Direct patient flow functions like bed management and transfer coordination.

Skills

Data literacy

Leadership skills

Change management

Financial acumen

Advanced problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Finance, Nursing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Director of Patient Throughput in Baltimore, Maryland. This leadership position requires overseeing and optimizing patient flow across clinical and procedural areas, ensuring efficient care coordination, and developing data-driven strategies for length of stay and capacity management. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and extensive experience in healthcare operations, with strong data literacy and leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.