Assistant Vice President of Surgical Practices & Programs - Full Time in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey at Atlanticare

• Masters degree in a healthcare-related field required
• Valid drivers license required
• 5-7 years of experience in a healthcare environment, preferably in

Practice Management or program development.

The AVP, Surgical Practices & Program Development provides strategic, operational, and financial leadership for APG Surgical Practices and the Center for Perioperative Medicine. This role is accountable for quality, safety, efficiency, and growth across the perioperative continuum, including the development and expansion of surgical programs aligned with organizational and community needs.

This role collaborates closely with senior leadership, APG practice leadership, surgical services, finance, and perioperative support teams to advance strategic planning, operational performance, and service optimization.

• Provide operational and financial oversight of APG Surgical Practices and the Center for Perioperative Medicine to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality perioperative services.
• Direct practice and program operations across ambulatory & hospital settings to ensure coordinated, cost-effective service delivery.
• Lead and develop assigned leaders and teams to achieve performance, quality, and operational objectives.
• Partner with surgical services, finance, and perioperative support teams to manage budgets, resources, and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, safety, efficiency, and patient experience.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, customer service, and alignment with organizational values.

• Provides leadership for the strategic growth and long-term development of APG Surgical Practices and the Center for Perioperative Medicine.
• Lead enterprise and service-line strategic planning to align practice & program services with organizational priorities and community needs.
• Translate organizational strategy into sustainable operational and growth initiatives.
• Provide oversight of major program initiatives, including robotics programs and the Musculoskeletal Service Line.
• Partner with senior leadership to advance system-wide strategic priorities, service optimization, and financial sustainability.
• Identify and pursue growth opportunities through collaboration with referring providers, affiliates, and community partners, informed by market and regulatory trends.

Education:

Masters degree in a healthcare-related field required.

Experience:

Minimum of 5-7years of experience in a healthcare-related industry, with demonstrated leadership in management and/or program development. Proven accomplishments in strategic planning, fiscal management, and clinical practice management required. Strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles and organizational vision and values. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated strengths in relationship-building, analysis, financial oversight, and project management. Proficiency in clinical applications preferred at time of hire. Required competency to be achieved within 30-60 days of hire.

Demonstrates competencies as outlined in the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

May be exposed to typical hospital environment risks, including bloodborne pathogens, infectious disease, and hazardous substances. This role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, and crouching, and regular use of standard office equipment.

Reports to the Vice President, Surgical Services, and supervises assigned incumbents.

This document reflects the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Planswith employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursementto support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programsto help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.