Clinical Operations Director

Posting Date

12/23/2025151 W Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45216, United States of America

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Over the last decade, we set out to be the world's greatest dialysis company, and over the next decade, we're poised to build the greatest healthcare community the world has ever seen. When you join the DaVita Village, you're joining a winning team. Through our commitment to training, growth and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally.

Here's what you can expect as a Assistant Regional Operations Director at DaVita:

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Director – Hospital Services provides leadership and operational oversight for multiple acute programs within designated hospital service areas. This position ensures excellence in patient care, financial performance, regulatory compliance, and team engagement. Working in partnership with divisional and hospital leadership, the Assistant Director supports DaVita’s mission of delivering quality outcomes and strong hospital partnerships.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Responsible for overseeing the management of multiple acute programs including financial management, risk management, quality assurance, growth, patient care, and teammate engagement. Provides leadership and direction to ensure safe patient care, a positive team culture, and strong hospital partner relations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

Financial Management (25%)

• Formulate and manage regional budgets in compliance with DaVita policies.
• Oversee expense reports, payroll, and charge submissions for accuracy and

ethical standards.
• Provide financial training to Hospital Services Administrators and ensure

adherence to company standards.

Growth (20%)

• Shape and execute strategic plans for growth in partnership with the Division

Vice President.
• Expand service offerings with current hospital partners and support new

partnership negotiations.
• Influence hospital and physician relationships to enhance DaVita’s brand

reputation.

Risk Management & Quality Assurance (10%)

• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Coordinate audits, reporting, and corrective actions with state and federal a

agencies.
• Oversee compliance with OSHA, Joint Commission, and Worker Compensation

requirements.

Team Management (25%)

• Supervise clinical and biomedical teams to ensure quality, cost-effective

patient care.
• Direct hiring, training, evaluations, and performance management.
• Ensure ongoing education in nursing practices, patient safety, and regulatory

standards.

Patient Care Management (10%)

• Partner with Medical Directors to ensure appropriate treatment modalities.
• Collaborate with hospital partners on policies for continuity of care.
• Maintain proactive communication with healthcare professionals regarding

patient outcomes.

Quality Outcomes & Patient Safety (5%)

• Represent DaVita on matters of quality and patient safety.
• Support implementation of quality initiatives and audits.
• Partner with national clinical teams to develop and revise clinical policies and

procedures.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Current RN license in the state of practice required.

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.

• 4–8 years of relevant experience in acute or hospital services management.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, TRAINING, OR QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of acute hemodialysis experience required.
• Experience in CQI methodology and working within a hospital environment.
• Demonstrated ability to teach adult learners and communicate complex

information clearly.
• Scheduling flexibility and ability to travel as required.

TRAVEL AND TIME REQUIREMENTS

• Travel: Moderate, as needed for hospital site support and audits.

• Nights/Weekends: Occasional based on operational needs.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Fluent in written and verbal communication necessary to perform essential

duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Moderate noise level typical of office or healthcare environments.
• Minimal exposure to blood or hazardous conditions.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities.

VISUAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Vision adequate for performing job duties; ability to distinguish colors when

necessary.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and perform standing, walking, stretching,

and keyboarding tasks.

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really

matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you

reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team

contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your

financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney

failure across the nation.

Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.

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What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

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Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at

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