System Director of Ambulatory Cardiopulmonary Services

This leadership role shapes outpatient cardiopulmonary services by streamlining operations and integrating clinical programs across multiple Dayton sites. The director ensures cohesive ambulatory care delivery, enhancing patient outcomes through standardized protocols and collaboration with cardiology and sleep clinics within the Premier Health system.

A bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or business forms the foundation, while a master's degree significantly boosts leadership capability. Combining healthcare knowledge with business acumen prepares candidates to proficiently manage complex ambulatory cardiopulmonary operations and drive system-wide growth initiatives.

Successful leaders exhibit strategic vision, financial oversight, and exceptional interpersonal skills. They foster multidisciplinary collaboration, champion process standardization, and empower clinical teams. The ability to navigate regulatory compliance while motivating a large workforce is critical in sustaining high-quality cardiopulmonary ambulatory services.

Premier Health’s mission to innovate and serve influences the director to prioritize patient-centered care and operational excellence. This culture encourages proactive growth strategies and continuous improvement, requiring the director to align ambulatory cardiopulmonary services with organizational values and community health needs.

Dayton’s growing healthcare market demands experienced leaders in ambulatory cardiopulmonary services. Competition remains moderate with Premier Health and other systems actively recruiting candidates with proven multi-site management and financial stewardship expertise, reflecting a regional emphasis on expanding outpatient cardiac and pulmonary care.

Dayton offers accessible transit routes and manageable commute times for healthcare executives. Premier Health supports flexible scheduling to accommodate leadership demands, balancing on-site presence at multiple clinics with remote coordination, fostering a work environment that respects personal time while maintaining operational leadership.

Salaries typically range between $140,000 and $180,000 annually, reflecting the role’s complexity and responsibility over multi-site ambulatory programs. Premier Health’s compensation aligns with regional benchmarks, rewarding candidates with robust leadership backgrounds and financial management experience in cardiopulmonary services.

The director collaborates closely with diagnostic cardiology leaders and medical staff to ensure unified patient pathways. This integration promotes seamless inpatient and outpatient care coordination, leveraging shared resources and aligning clinical standards across Premier Health’s cardiovascular service lines.

While a formal certification isn’t mandatory, credentials like Certified Healthcare Executive (CHE) or certifications in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation can enhance candidacy. Premier Health values leaders who demonstrate commitment to continual professional development aligned with ambulatory and cardiopulmonary service excellence.

Managing diverse outpatient sites involves harmonizing workflows, standardizing clinical protocols, and optimizing resource allocation across hospitals. The director must address variable patient volumes, regulatory compliance, and team dynamics while ensuring consistent quality and financial sustainability within the Premier Health network.