United Surgical Partners International, Inc
Associate Vice President, Operations – USPI Midwest Market
United Surgical Partners International, Inc, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Associate Vice President, Operations – USPI Midwest Market
The Associate Vice President (AVP) Operations will implement operational best practices, support onboarding of new centers, serve as Interim Administrator and/or Regional Operations leadership, and oversee special projects across the Midwest market (Missouri, Ohio, Indiana, Louisiana). The AVP Operations is expected to execute a pipeline of operational priorities aligned with the Market President to advance USPI’s operational and strategic priorities. This will include organic growth, physician engagement, partnership management, operating room optimization, and cost management initiatives. The AVP will demonstrate a commitment to quality, safety, compliance, and patient experience consistent with USPI’s operating expectations.
When not serving in interim leadership roles, the AVP will support integration and onboarding of new facilities, implementation of special projects, and other operational priorities. This exempt position may require work outside normal business hours and travel.
Responsibilities And Expectations Growth and Physician Relationship Management
Develop and maintain regional presence; actively participate in physician recruiting and foster relationships to monitor business growth.
Engage with Health System Partners (HSPs) and physician groups to earn appropriate cases at all facilities.
Participate in Governing Board and partnership meetings as appropriate.
Assist Administrators in managing equity transactions and ensuring proper processes are followed.
Conduct in‑person discussions with physicians about succession planning.
Support communications with HSPs and physician partners on partnership matters.
Promote a positive view of USPI’s value to each facility.
Managing Operational Performance
Help Administrators develop annual business plans and budgets; hold them accountable.
Share plans with Governing Board members and discuss assumptions and impacts.
Lead or participate in monthly reporting processes.
Utilize USPI resources to drive partnership value.
Educate facility leaders on operational metrics and data utilization.
Governance, Home Office Interface Management & Quality
Maintain regular cadence with Home Office compliance and legal resources to safeguard the portfolio.
Adhere to the escalation policy consistently.
Support Home Office functions with prompt data submission:
Weekly volume projections
Forward‑looking forecasting and budgeting processes
Survey and other data requests
Support Market Chief Strategy Officers to drive high‑acuity growth.
Support Market Chief Financial Officers to ensure operational and cost discipline.
Support Development team in the region and/or facility(s).
Leadership Development and Accountability Management
HR and leadership training; engage with HRDs to reduce turnover and attract talent.
Training on P&L, balance sheet, and accounts receivable management.
Talent assessment to ensure Admins, BOMs, and DONs are training replacements.
Adhere to the escalation policy and provide continuous education.
Create a culture of accountability with clear KPIs for facility leadership.
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When not serving in interim leadership roles, the AVP will support integration and onboarding of new facilities, implementation of special projects, and other operational priorities. This exempt position may require work outside normal business hours and travel.
Responsibilities And Expectations Growth and Physician Relationship Management
Develop and maintain regional presence; actively participate in physician recruiting and foster relationships to monitor business growth.
Engage with Health System Partners (HSPs) and physician groups to earn appropriate cases at all facilities.
Participate in Governing Board and partnership meetings as appropriate.
Assist Administrators in managing equity transactions and ensuring proper processes are followed.
Conduct in‑person discussions with physicians about succession planning.
Support communications with HSPs and physician partners on partnership matters.
Promote a positive view of USPI’s value to each facility.
Managing Operational Performance
Help Administrators develop annual business plans and budgets; hold them accountable.
Share plans with Governing Board members and discuss assumptions and impacts.
Lead or participate in monthly reporting processes.
Utilize USPI resources to drive partnership value.
Educate facility leaders on operational metrics and data utilization.
Governance, Home Office Interface Management & Quality
Maintain regular cadence with Home Office compliance and legal resources to safeguard the portfolio.
Adhere to the escalation policy consistently.
Support Home Office functions with prompt data submission:
Weekly volume projections
Forward‑looking forecasting and budgeting processes
Survey and other data requests
Support Market Chief Strategy Officers to drive high‑acuity growth.
Support Market Chief Financial Officers to ensure operational and cost discipline.
Support Development team in the region and/or facility(s).
Leadership Development and Accountability Management
HR and leadership training; engage with HRDs to reduce turnover and attract talent.
Training on P&L, balance sheet, and accounts receivable management.
Talent assessment to ensure Admins, BOMs, and DONs are training replacements.
Adhere to the escalation policy and provide continuous education.
Create a culture of accountability with clear KPIs for facility leadership.
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