Regional Director - ASC Operations

Colonial Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a Regional Director to oversee ambulatory surgical centers with full P&L accountability. You will lead site CEOs/Administrators, drive strategic plans, growth, and operational efficiency across the market, ensuring high-quality clinical services in a compliant environment.

You will partner with physicians, development, sales, and revenue cycle teams to grow revenue, negotiate contracts, and implement market-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5–7 years of progressive management experience in healthcare.
• Experience with strategic planning and business development across markets.
• Experience growing and scaling an innovative service-oriented business model.
• Operational and strategic experience with fiscal management and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead ASC-wide strategy and provide oversight to operations.
• Partner with physicians and industry leaders; present partnership value.
• Support policy development and strategic planning for growth.
• Grow ASC revenue; coordinate with development, managed care, and clinical teams.
• Negotiate and approve strategic contracts and new agreements.
• Develop and drive marketing/development plans for growth and profitability.
• Drive market-specific business models and navigate regulatory challenges.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare laws and accreditation standards.
• Assist in budgeting and expense-reduction initiatives at region level.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strategic planning

Business development

Financial acumen

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Regional Director will hold full P&L accountability for ambulatory surgical centers in their market and will provide oversight and relationship management to the physician partners at each facility. Leading a management team of site CEOs/Administrators and staff, the Regional Director will be responsible for developing and executing strategic plans, developing new business both organically as well as acquisitively through partnership with development, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality clinical services. The role will lead through growth and change and deliver strong P&L financial results. The Regional Director will play a major role in the successful growth aspirations of ASC within the Phoenix market as the organization enhances its market presence. This role is ultimately responsible for the quality of care provided to patients across all ambulatory surgical centers in his/her region, working across support functions including, but not limited to; development, sales, clinical, revenue cycle, and managed care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The Regional Director will exhibit leadership, relative strategy, and direction, while providing support to all aspects of ASC operations.
• Actively engage with physicians and industry leaders and function as a strategic partner who clearly presents the partnership value proposition while effectively managing challenging, and at times competing, business interests.
• The Regional Director will be a team player and administer support to help guide policies and procedure development, participate in strategic planning and business development activities where needed.
• The Regional Director is responsible for growing ASC’s revenue and works closely with various ASC resources including business development, managed care, and clinical departments to support growth initiatives and to meet the business needs of the market.
• Provide strategic guidance of new contracts, negotiating and approving agreements as needed.
• Develop, execute and drive innovative marketing/development plans to support growth and profitability.
• The Regional Director will be tasked with overcoming challenges associated with a competitive, complex, and highly regulated market to introduce successful business models tailored to their specific market.
• Ensure healthcare and commercial compliance and all State Regulatory Agencies (Certificate of Occupancy, AAAHC, etc.)
• Assist in the development of the budget and contribute to expense reduction strategies, both locally and at scale across the designated region.
• Other duties as assigned.

NOTE

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience is required. Minimum of five to seven years of progressive career history with solid foundation of general management principles and strong financial acumen within healthcare industry. Experience with strategic planning and business development across various markets. Experience growing and scaling an innovative service-oriented business model. Operational and strategic experience. Strong knowledge of fiscal management and responsibility, business finance, capital funding, contracts, partnerships, and corporate governance. Sound understanding of risk management. Experience with leadership skills, with a strong focus on mentoring and motivating an employee-base of professionals.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional education w/focus in Business Management, Healthcare Administration, or other related fields is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

• Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking.
• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Requires significant use of computer, phone and general office equipment.
• Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects.
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
• 50-75% Off-site travel required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides supervision to assigned ASC leadership including but not limited to ASC CEOs and DONs.

DIRECTLY REPORTING

SVP - ASC Operations

TYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has full managerial scope and authority for employment actions, including coaching, candidate selection, training and development, performance appraisals, work assignments, and disciplinary action.

Leadership will strive to uphold the mission, vision, and values of the organization. They will serve as role models for staff and act in a people-centered, service excellence-focused, and results-oriented manner.

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY

This position is responsible for the oversight of designated centers with accountability of other locations as needed. Additionally, this position drives overall strategic development for market wide initiatives.