Director Cardiac Catheterization Labs and Cardiology Programs : Cardiac Administ
The Rane Center, Newport Beach
Hoag’s Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & Vascular Institute combines nationally accredited programs with compassionate, personalized care. As Orange County’s highest-volume cardiac surgery center—and the only center in the region with the Society of Thoracic Surgeons’ 3-Star rating—Hoag is the heart care leader for our community.
Position Summary
The Director, Cardiac Catheterization Labs & Cardiology Programs provides strategic, operational, and clinical leadership across assigned Hoag Heart & Vascular Institute service lines, including but not limited to:
- Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Labs
- Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) Program
- OCEMS Cardiovascular Receiving Center
- Cardiology Scheduling
- Electrocardiography (ECG) Department
This role is responsible for 24/7 administrative, financial, quality, personnel, and physician-relations oversight to ensure exceptional patient outcomes, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The Director partners closely with medical, nursing, and hospital leadership to deliver a seamless, patient-centered experience across the continuum of cardiovascular care.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Program Leadership
- Develops and executes one-year and three-year strategic and business plans aligned with Hoag Heart & Vascular Institute growth objectives.
- Identifies opportunities to enhance existing services, expand market share, and strengthen Hoag’s position as Orange County’s premier cardiovascular destination.
- Partners with Medical Directors of the Cardiac Cath Labs, ECG, and cardiology programs to advance clinical quality, throughput, and innovation.
Operational Excellence
- Directs daily operations across Cath/EP Labs, AMI Program, OCEMS Cardiovascular Receiving Center, Cardiology Scheduling, and ECG.
- Monitors performance metrics, volume trends, patient access, and resource utilization; implements operational improvements to optimize performance.
- Ensures programs operate in full compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards.
Financial & Resource Management
- Oversees departmental budgets, productivity, capital planning, and cost-containment strategies.
- Drives financial performance while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, service quality, and staff engagement.
Quality, Safety & Patient Experience
- Leads quality improvement initiatives focused on outcomes, patient flow, and clinical excellence.
- Ensures delivery of compassionate, personalized care consistent with Hoag’s mission and the Heart & Vascular Institute’s brand promise.
Collaboration & Physician Relations
- Maintains close working relationships with Hospital Administration, Cardiac and Nursing Administration, Corporate Communications, Hoag Foundation, referring physicians, and community partners.
- Serves as a key liaison between clinical teams and executive leadership to ensure alignment, transparency, and trust.
People Leadership
- Provides 24/7 leadership oversight for assigned teams, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and professional development.
- Builds a high-performing, interdisciplinary team focused on clinical excellence and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN, required.
- Minimum of three (3) years program management experience preferably within an acute healthcare environment required.
- Master’s degree in Health Care Administration or related field preferred.
- Program management experience in Cardiac Clinical programs in an acute healthcare environment preferred.
License Required
- Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nursing in California.