Community Health Systems
Director Cardiovascular Services
Community Health Systems, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Director of Cardiovascular Services
This is a full time Director of Cardiovascular Services responsible for the oversight of the Cath Lab at Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ!
Job Summary Job Summary
The Director, Cardiovascular Services is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the Cardiovascular Laboratory, EKG, Echocardiography, and related departments. This role oversees the daily administrative, fiscal, and clinical operations to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to guidelines, practices, and protocols. The Director collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote efficient care delivery, patient safety, and the achievement of desired clinical outcomes.
Essential Functions
Directs the daily operations of cardiovascular services, ensuring high standards of clinical care, patient safety, and staff productivity.
Oversees inventory management, including ordering, storage, and utilization of supplies and equipment, to ensure readiness and efficiency.
Prepares, monitors, and analyzes financial and operational data to align departmental performance with budgetary goals.
Assumes responsibility for maintaining the charge master, ensuring accurate billing and addressing errors promptly.
Monitors medication administration processes, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and promptly addressing adverse drug reactions.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to resolve operational challenges and improve patient care delivery.
Leads efforts to develop and maintain compliance with clinical protocols, guidelines, and societal best practices.
Oversees education and training programs to ensure staff competency in patient care and clinical practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Leadership Responsibilities
Supervision and Staff Management
Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long‑term planning.
Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost‑effective delivery of services.
Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
Collaboration and Communication
Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
Staff Responsibilities
May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
Master's Degree preferred
3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross‑functional relationships.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required or
RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
State Specific Requirements
Arkansas: Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of Arkansas in accordance with the Arkansas Nursing Board Practice Act
Job Info
Job Identification 140367
Job Category Allied Health
Posting Date 01/14/2026, 06:56 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations 6200 N LA CHOLLA BLVD, TUCSON, AZ, 85741, US
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Job Summary Job Summary
The Director, Cardiovascular Services is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the Cardiovascular Laboratory, EKG, Echocardiography, and related departments. This role oversees the daily administrative, fiscal, and clinical operations to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to guidelines, practices, and protocols. The Director collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote efficient care delivery, patient safety, and the achievement of desired clinical outcomes.
Essential Functions
Directs the daily operations of cardiovascular services, ensuring high standards of clinical care, patient safety, and staff productivity.
Oversees inventory management, including ordering, storage, and utilization of supplies and equipment, to ensure readiness and efficiency.
Prepares, monitors, and analyzes financial and operational data to align departmental performance with budgetary goals.
Assumes responsibility for maintaining the charge master, ensuring accurate billing and addressing errors promptly.
Monitors medication administration processes, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and promptly addressing adverse drug reactions.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to resolve operational challenges and improve patient care delivery.
Leads efforts to develop and maintain compliance with clinical protocols, guidelines, and societal best practices.
Oversees education and training programs to ensure staff competency in patient care and clinical practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Leadership Responsibilities
Supervision and Staff Management
Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long‑term planning.
Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost‑effective delivery of services.
Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
Collaboration and Communication
Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
Staff Responsibilities
May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
Master's Degree preferred
3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross‑functional relationships.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required or
RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
State Specific Requirements
Arkansas: Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of Arkansas in accordance with the Arkansas Nursing Board Practice Act
Job Info
Job Identification 140367
Job Category Allied Health
Posting Date 01/14/2026, 06:56 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations 6200 N LA CHOLLA BLVD, TUCSON, AZ, 85741, US
#J-18808-Ljbffr