Director Women's Health

The Director of Women’s Health provides executive leadership, strategic vision, and operational oversight for Women’s Health services across the hospital system. This leader is responsible for integrating high-quality, patient-centered care across inpatient and outpatient settings, including obstetrics, gynecology, maternal-fetal medicine, midwifery, reproductive endocrinology, and breast and pelvic health programs.

The Director works collaboratively with hospital administrators, physicians, nursing leadership, and community partners to enhance outcomes, expand access, and position the hospital system as a regional leader in comprehensive women’s health services.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Program Leadership

• Develop and execute a system-wide strategic plan for Women’s Health that aligns with organizational goals, quality initiatives, and community needs.
• Lead service line growth, including program development, new service launches, and expansion of women’s health offerings across campuses.
• Collaborate with marketing and community relations teams to promote system Women’s Health services and outreach initiatives.

Operational Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations across all Women’s Health facilities, including labor & delivery units, outpatient clinics, and specialty centers.
• Manage annual budgets, productivity targets, and operational performance indicators.
• Optimize resource utilization, staffing models, and workflow efficiency across multiple hospital sites.
• Ensure full compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards (The Joint Commission, CMS), and regulatory requirements.

Clinical Excellence & Quality Improvement

• Partner with physician and nursing leaders to advance clinical quality, safety, and patient experience.
• Lead system-wide performance improvement and patient safety initiatives in women’s health.
• Monitor and report on quality metrics (e.g., maternal outcomes, C-section rates, patient satisfaction).
• Drive evidence-based practice adoption and consistency of care standards across all facilities.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development for multidisciplinary teams.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that supports employee engagement and clinical excellence.
• Partner with HR and medical staff leadership on recruitment, credentialing, and retention of top talent.

Collaboration & Integration

• Work closely with other service line leaders (e.g., Pediatrics, Oncology, Behavioral Health) to coordinate integrated care for women throughout the lifespan.
• Collaborate with population health, quality, and finance departments to support value-based care and health equity initiatives.

Community & Patient Advocacy

• Represent the hospital system in regional women’s health initiatives, community partnerships, and public health collaborations.
• Champion programs addressing maternal health disparities, preventative care, and access for underserved populations.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Current clinical licensure (RN, NP, MD, DO, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in women’s health, obstetrics, or related healthcare operations—preferably within a hospital or integrated health system.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex budgets, multi-site operations, and quality improvement initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of women’s health services, hospital operations, and value-based care.
• Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills across clinical and administrative teams.
• Proven leadership in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within healthcare programs