Opportunity

Cone Health, a nationally acclaimed $3.5B nonprofit health system in North Carolina, is seeking a dynamic and visionary executive to lead its Heart & Vascular Services into a new era of innovation, excellence, and regional dominance.

This is a career-defining opportunity to architect the future of cardiovascular care at a health system celebrated for its trailblazing innovation, award-winning clinical outcomes, and unwavering commitment to community well-being. As the strategic catalyst and operational champion of Cone Health’s Heart & Vascular service line, this executive will be the driving force behind one of the Southeast’s most sophisticated and rapidly expanding cardiovascular programs.

Position Summary

• Lead efforts to develop strategic vision and direction that result in opportunities for market expansion and growth into new markets and retention of existing business.
• Responsible for physician alignment and interdisciplinary team leadership. Function as the administrative liaison for Medical Staff seeking opportunities to increase physician collaboration and partnership in addition to problem-solving, service development and planning in the designated areas, and as the administrative representative for related Medical Staff Committees.
• Provide leadership for integration, planning, development, and evaluation of the Centers of Excellence related to the Heart & Vascular Center. Embodies change management and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure effective quality and patient satisfaction within all areas of responsibility in order to meet regulatory requirements and to meet quality expectation of patients and their families, physicians, and payers.
• Strategic planning and operational execution aligned with system-wide goals. Develops strategies and implement programs related to accountable service lines to span the continuum of care in support of Cone Health's strategic plans.
• Oversee the implementation of organizational objectives related to designated clinical services: Invasive Cardiology (Cardiac Cath Labs, Electrophysiology Lab, PV Lab), Procedural Short Stay, Non-invasive Cardiology (Echo, EKG, Vascular CV Imaging), CHMG Cardiovascular Division practices, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Wellness.

Position Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• A master’s degree in healthcare administration, business, or related clinical field is required.
• Advanced certifications in cardiovascular care, Lean Six Sigma, or executive leadership are preferred.
• 10+ Years of progressive leadership in cardiovascular services within integrated health systems.
• Demonstrated proven success in building nationally recognized programs and securing accreditations.
• National leader and influencer.
• Connected to industry leaders and physicians.
• Relationship builder who brings instant credibility.
• Strong understanding of value-based care models and practices.
• Strong strategic and operational leader.
• Proven history building successful heart and vascular service lines with regional impact.
• High emotional intelligence and resilience in dynamic environments.
• Active involvement in national organizations (e.g., ACC, AHA, Vizient, ACHE).

Compensation

An attractive compensation, benefits, and relocation package will be offered commensurate with the candidate’s experience.