Director, HVC Business Operations (ADMIN MGR 2)

The Director of Business Operations serves as a key strategic and operational leader for the Heart & Vascular Center (HVC), advising the Executive Director and providing administrative leadership across the Center's cardiovascular services. This role is responsible for aligning business operations with HVC's strategic goals, ensuring effective planning, financial stewardship, and operational performance across a complex, high-acuity clinical environment.

The Director leads HVC's financial and business operations, including operating expense and revenue budget development and oversight, financial analysis and reporting, volume and budget projections, and FTE budget control. The role oversees procurement and supply chain activities, including complex and highly technical medical supplies, capital and non-capital equipment, capital improvement projects, equipment inventory, and vendor contracts. In partnership with clinical and operational leaders, the Director supports safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency (KPIs/targeted metrics) initiatives across all HVC departments.

This position establishes and maintains financial and operational goals that support fiscally sound, high-quality cardiovascular care. The Director manages and directs resources, reviews and approves programmatic and operational recommendations, and contributes to the development and implementation of policies that impact day-to-day operations and broader organizational objectives. Areas of direct responsibility include but not limited to business operations, administrative support, billing and charging processes, revenue and expense analysis, budget preparation, procurement, capital equipment planning and replacement, business contracts, and grant management. The Director ensures compliance with all applicable institutional policies and local, state, and federal regulations.

Department Overview

The UC Davis Health Heart & Vascular Center (HVC) delivers comprehensive cardiovascular services across inpatient, outpatient, procedural, and diagnostic settings, supporting a high-acuity and high-volume clinical portfolio. Operations span cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, vascular services, electrophysiology, structural heart, heart failure, advanced imaging, and catheterization laboratories, requiring close coordination among clinical teams, operations, revenue cycle, supply chain, IT, and facilities. The Center manages complex patient flow, procedural scheduling, technology-dependent workflows, and regulatory requirements while maintaining access, quality, and operational efficiency.

HVC operates with an annual operating expense of $99.5M and generates $548M in annual revenue, reflecting its critical role within UC Davis Health's clinical and financial enterprise. The Center oversees a capital equipment inventory valued at $34M, encompassing advanced imaging systems, Cath lab and hybrid OR equipment, and specialized cardiovascular technologies. HVC leadership focuses on sustaining operational performance, optimizing resource utilization, supporting capital planning, and aligning service growth with institutional priorities to ensure safe, efficient, and financially sustainable cardiovascular care.

Apply By January 19, 2026, at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in related disciplinary field such as Health Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent experience/training.
• Three (3) years of recent management experience, or equivalent responsible leadership experience.
• Must possess management, operational, and regulatory healthcare administration experience.
• Must have demonstrated skills necessary to be responsible for the identification, monitoring and maintenance of department's financial, human, technical and facility processes.
• Knowledge of and ability to ensure adherence to all University/UCDH policy and procedures as well as external regulatory, billing, etc. guidelines and expectations.
• Must possess management, operational and regulatory healthcare administration knowledge.
• Ability to learn UCD Health operations to be an effective resource to HVC Leaders, providers, and staff.
• Administrative skills to develop and lead a successful team to oversee the day-to-day operations.
• Professional effectiveness as demonstrated by the ability to establish clear and challenging goals, and develop effective, realistic long- and short-range plans.
• Track information, schedules and systems in an organized fashion, and exercise reason and sound judgment for informed decisions.
• Use initiative, vision, and creativity to take on new tasks and generate innovative ideas.
• Possess negotiation and persuasion skills to build consensus and create collaborative relationships with representatives from diverse departments.
• Communication skills to effectively convey information, concepts, instructions, and ideas in oral and written formats to a variety of audiences with diverse backgrounds, agendas, and levels of knowledge and expertise.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams/OneDrive, etc.)
• Very strong ability to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify multiple options for resolution.
• Excellent project management skills, including the capability of managing capital projects.
• Thorough knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs including EMR applications
• Knowledge and ability to prepare and present financial reports (budget and financials)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field such as Health Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent experience/training.
• Three (3) or more years of recent management experience in Cardiovascular Services.
• Experience leading process improvement teams/knowledge of LEAN/project management.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Strategic Business Operations
• 20% - Administrative Leadership & Other Duties:
• 15% - Personnel Supervision and Other duties:
• 15% - Change Leadership Competencies: Leading Change

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $122300.00 - $259900.00
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 27
• UC Job Title: ADMIN MGR 2
• UC Job Code: 000548
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F/ 8 hr
• Location: North Addition Office Building (HSP002)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays if needed

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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