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DIRECTOR OF CANCER CENTER OPERATIONS – MOORES CANCER CENTER
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SAN DIEGO HEALTH SYSTEM
As the only academic health system in the region, UC San Diego Health System offers a level of
expertise and specialized care unparalleled in the region. In 2014, it ranked #1 in San Diego with
national rankings in 11 out of 16 specialties in U.S. News and World Report’s annual “America’s Best
Hospital” issue – placing it among the country’s most prestigious institutions.
Established in 1978, UC San Diego’s Moores Cancer Center is one of just 41 National Cancer Institutedesignated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States, and the only one in the San Diego
region. Moores cancer services were ranked among the top 25 in the nation by U.S. News & World
Report in its 2014-15 “Best Hospitals” survey. In 2014, the center was named one of “100 Hospitals
and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs” by Becker’s Hospital Review. The Moores
Cancer Center’s unique “bench-to-bedside” approach to cancer research and patient care supports the
broadest range of cancer activities in the San Diego region. From research in molecular genetics to the
most advanced treatments, Moores Cancer Center is at the forefront of the fight against cancer,
developing promising new therapies and making them available to cancer patients throughout the region.
The Pauline and Stanley Foster Hospital for Cancer Care will open in 2016 and provide 108 new cancer
beds, thus doubling the capacity to treat patients with every form of malignancy and providing the latest
in technology for clinical care for cancer patients. Moores Cancer Center patient population is growing
at 18 percent a year.
The Director of Cancer Center Operations provides administrative oversight and operational control for
the Cancer Center including, but not limited to: Infusion Center, Radiation Oncology, Bone Marrow
Transplant, Procedure Suite, Urgent Care/Same Day Service, Comprehensive Breast Center and North
County Satellites. Responsible for all clinical operations including patient flow, efficiency, cost
containment, staffing analysis, and budget variance. Also responsible for improving financial
performance, developing new service offerings, and continually evaluating operational performance.
Will lead a team consisting of clinic managers, supervisors and staff in managing the daily operations
and the development of services within the Cancer Center. Collaborates with physician medical
directors, and physician groups to ensure the development of clinical services and the integration of
physicians into all aspects of leadership of the service line.
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in related field; Masters preferred. Oncology experience is
required and experience in an NCI designated cancer center is preferred. Progressively responsible
experience in operations for a minimum of 7 years, 5 of which are in a management role.
Comprehensive and thorough understanding of health care delivery systems, day-to-day operations and
financial issues. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to coach and develop a highly effective team.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Knowledge of hospital information systems.
The University of California San Diego is an Equal Opportunity / Staff Affirmative Action
Employer that values a diverse workforce.
Please reply in confidence to our retained executive search firm:
Mary Montgomery
Montgomery & Montgomery
760-989-3939
[email protected]
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