Director Cancer Center - Cell Therapy
The posted compensation range of $56.83 - $82.40 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Responsibilities
In this pivotal role, you will have the once-in-a-career opportunity to build a program from the ground up: designing clinical operations, defining standards of care, and setting the strategic vision for an integrated inpatient and outpatient model that will drive excellence in hematologic cancer treatment.
This is an extraordinary opportunity for a leader from a well-established program who wants to create something new and lasting, shaping the future of cancer care in Greater Houston and beyond.
Why This Role?
- Be a Trailblazer: Build and lead a prominent cell therapy program at a top-tier cancer center, expanding its footprint in hematologic malignancies.
- Shape the Future of Patient Care: Define clinical standards, drive quality and safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Drive Strategic Growth: Partner with physician and executive leaders to develop a premier regional destination for cell therapy and transplantation, the first of its kind at CommonSpirit Health.
- Work with Top Talent: Collaborate with internationally recognized experts at Baylor College of Medicine and recruit top-tier clinicians to establish a best-in-class program.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Lead operations across our inpatient cell therapy unit at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center-McNair Campus and outpatient services at the newly built O’Quinn Medical Tower, a 420,000-sq-ft multidisciplinary cancer center in the heart of the Texas Medical Center.
Who We’re Looking For
We seek a visionary leader with a strong background in oncology, particularly in leukemia, cell therapy and transplantation, and hematology. The ideal candidate will be an experienced clinical leader with deep operational knowledge in cell therapy and transplantation.
• Proven Leadership: 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a comprehensive cancer center, transplant, or cell therapy setting.
• Operational & Strategic Expertise: Experience in developing and expanding oncology programs, with a focus on developing cell and adoptive immunotherapy.
• Regulatory & Accreditation Knowledge: Familiarity with FACT, CIBMTR, CoC, ACR, Joint Commission, and other accreditation standards.
• Innovative & Collaborative Approach: Strong track record of building teams, fostering partnerships, and driving programmatic growth.
Job Responsibilities:
1. Provides leadership for the day to day operations of the Cancer Center ensuring efficient flow of patients and services that optimize both patient care and the patient / provider experience.
2. Develops and oversees in collaboration with the Cancer Center and Oncology Service Line leaders the Cancer Center budget and associated expenses and monitors operations to ensure cost effective use of resources.
3. Analyzes and understand trends, outcomes, financials and experience metrics for the Cancer Center and implements associated tracking mechanisms.
4. Utilizes benchmarking information to ensure the highest degree of care and services as well as to make informed decisions and recommendations related to strategy development and implementation including evaluating the efficacy of continuing, growing and adding services.
5. Works with clinical leadership to develop standards of care and clinical pathways for the evaluation, preventions, diagnosis, treatment, supportive care, survivorship plans, palliative care and end of life care needs for cancer patients.
6. Works with various departments within BSLMC, BCM and CHI TX Division to promote the optimal and effective operations of the Cancer Center and promote the growth of the program.
7. Works collaboratively with physicians and other leaders to carry out the programs objectives.
8. Develops and revises policies and procedures related to the Cancer Center and collaborates with other leaders to implement them.
9. Oversees, obtains and maintains the Cancer Center’s program accreditations and standards in compliance with national organizations for all cancer related programs and designations.
10. Formulates and implements operational, business and tactical plans for programmatic growth and service delivery.
11. Supports the development and implementations of clinical and translational research.
12. Supports the program director in the effective delivery of the clinical education programs.
13. Attracts, manages and retains high quality personnel who will contribute to the sustained success of the Cancer Center.
14. Ensures that the highest standards of excellence are met within the operations supporting research education and clinical operations; including adherence to all regulatory and quality requirements.
15. Maintains positive relationships between and with physicians
16. Maintains positive relationships between BSLMG, BCM Faculty Group, and CHI Texas Division departments and Hospitals.
17. Evaluates strategic business opportunities, monitor national and local trends, and maintains relationships within the community and with other health providers.
18. Assesses existing structures, services and providers to identify improvements and new and innovative partnerships that are consistent with the mission, vision, values and strategic business objectives.
19. Develops and contributes to the development of innovative partnerships and programs as appropriate in conjunction with key stakeholders.
20. Promotes staff development through performance evaluation, coaching, identifying development goals, and arranging educational opportunities that enhance and encourage continued professional growth among staff.
21. Serves as a role model in all aspects of job performance and human relations skills, embodying the CHI culture of caring, commitment, integrity and teamwork.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:
Master’s Degree (MHA, MBA or MS in healthcare administration, business administration, public health administration or related field)
Seven (7) years of experience in health care
Five (5) years of leadership experience
Preferred: 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a comprehensive cancer center, transplant, or cell therapy setting.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Training:
- Knowledge of the content, intent and application of regulations, policies, standards, operations, and requirements applicable to the business function(s) under designated scope of authority.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices and tools of hospital/health system/physician practice administration, strategic business planning, marketing communications,
program development and continuous process performance improvement. - Knowledge of physician and ACP compensation models and wRVUs.
- Knowledge of due diligence practices relating to acquisitions, and potential new ventures, partnerships and alliances.
- Ability to convey information effectively in verbal and written communication, and through group business presentations and meetings.
- Ability to use automated systems applications software and office equipment at an acceptable level of proficiency.
- Ability to identify budget variances, compliance deficiencies and/or systemic weaknesses and implement timely corrective action to forestall or remedy.
- Ability to successfully lead, manage, oversee, develop and evaluate the work of their team.
- Ability to provide effective leadership and guidance to diverse work units.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, regulatory requirements and CHI SLH policies applicable to budget administration, financial management, employee supervision
and performance management. - Knowledge of health care reform initiatives and legal issues pertaining to health care.
- Knowledge of applied statistical modeling techniques and analytical tools processes.
- Ability to understand financial and/or operational reports, analyzes complex data, identify development improvement opportunities and implement effective responses.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by the duties of the position.
- Ability to strategize, develop and evaluate business plans, initiatives, standards, budgets, and policies procedures.
- Ability to keep abreast of trends, developments and regulatory requirements impacting matters within designated scope of authority.
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OverviewAre you a bold, strategic leader in clinical operations ready to shape the future of cell therapy and transplantation at one of the nation’s premier cancer centers? Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is seeking an exceptional leader to develop and grow an outstanding leukemia and cell and adoptive immunotherapy program in a brand-new state-of-the art unit supported by world-class faculty and research.
This will be at a 420,000-sq-ft multidisciplinary cancer center in the heart of the Texas Medical Center consisting of an inpatient cell therapy unit at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center-McNair Campus and outpatient services at the newly built O’Quinn Medical Tower.
This is more than just a leadership role. It's an opportunity to shape the future of personalized cancer care by establishing a leading cell therapy and transplantation program in one of the nation’s most prestigious institutions.
If you’re ready to be part of our mission in defeating cancer, we invite you to apply.
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
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