Position Information Posting NumberSRGV7899 Working TitleVICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, UT HEALTH RGV Number of Vacancies1 LocationEdinburg, Texas DepartmentSchool of Medicine FTE1.0 FLSAExempt Scope of Job The Vice President & Chief Operating Officer ( COO ) of UT Health RGV is responsible for the strategic planning of clinical and ambulatory operations as well as the overall integration of the operations of UT Health RGV . This executive establishes, approves, and implements operational efficiencies, and serves as a resource and advisor to the Dean, School of Medicine and Sr. Vice President of UT Health RGV regarding operational matters. Description of Duties + As the operational business leader, directs the daily activities of UT Health RGV , while providing strategic direction and goal setting for operational executives in areas such as ambulatory operations, revenue cycle, and patient access. + Responsible for formulation of long-range objectives, plans and programs, based on the overall clinical strategic plan and organizational goals. + Builds and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders including affiliate hospitals, organizations, and healthcare providers. In collaboration with the Sr. Vice President of UT Health RGV , drives sustainable business development initiates to expand UT Health RGV’s market presence. + Collaborates with associated health system partners and affiliates to ensure each of the organization’s primary clinical, research, education, and community engagement missions are met. + Establishes objectives and performance standards to measure effectiveness and efficiency of clinical and ambulatory areas. + Coordinates competency and provision of staff development. Coordinates proper plans that will assure adequate recruitment and retention of clinical staff. + Participates and collaborates with the executive team and departmental leadership in the decision-making processes of the clinical practice. + In collaboration with the Chief Physician Executive, directs performance improvement measures related to patient access, patient satisfaction, and quality. Actively participates in the ongoing evaluation and selection of technology and health information systems that support patient care needs and the utilization of resources. + Recommends and/or implements changes as necessary to ensure conformity to UT Health RGV policies and Joint Commission standards. + Leads fiscal oversite of allocated resources to optimize return on investment in all clinical and service initiatives. Assures appropriate resources are assessed and obtained to meet patient care activities. + Performs other duties as assigned. Supervision Received Report directly to the Dean, School of Medicine and Sr. Vice President, UT Health RGV . Supervision Given Direct supervision of assigned staff. Required Education Master’s degree in business administration, health administration, or related field. Preferred Education None. Licenses/Certifications None. Required Experience Seven (7) years of progressive operational leadership in a hospital or health system. Preferred Experience Experience in a multi-site environment is preferred. Equipment Use of standard office equipment. Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office/clinical environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Other Exceptional planning and organizational skills. Physical Capabilities NA Employment CategoryFull-Time Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience Position Available Date11/18/2024 Grant Funded PositionNo If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. Special Instructions to Applicants Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu. Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development . Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/44976 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions? + Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions + Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions + No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions + * Are you a current UTRGV employee? + Yes + No + * Please select your highest level of completed education. + 6th grade education + 10th grade education + High School Diploma or GED + Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours + Bachelors Degree from an accredited university + Masters Degree from an accredited university + Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university + None of the above + * Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question) + * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for: + Less than 1 year + 1 year + 2 years + 3 years + 4 years + 5 years + 6 years + 7 years + 8 years + 9 years + 10 years + Over 10 years + * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Unofficial Graduate Transcripts Optional Documents + Cover Letter/Letter of Application + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Certifications and Licenses + Training Certificates + Other Document + List of 3 References + Unofficial Transcripts 2 + Unofficial Transcripts 3 + Letter of Interest + Additional Document