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equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered\nMinimum of 10 years of progressive functional experience in clinical operations, quality, healthcare transformation, business process optimization, or strategic program leadership\nExperience partnering with executive leadership teams and leading enterprise-wide strategic initiatives\nDemonstrated success translating clinical or healthcare strategies into operational execution and measurable outcomes\nExperience driving change management, provider engagement, and organizational transformation initiatives\nExceptional strategic planning, organizational leadership, and executive advisory capabilities\nStrong understanding of clinical operations, quality management, provider networks, and healthcare delivery models\nProven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives through influence and stakeholder alignment\nAdvanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize information and recommend actionable solutions\nExcellent executive communication, facilitation, presentation, and relationship management skills\nExpertise in change management, process improvement, workflow redesign, and implementation planning\nDemonstrated ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity\nAbility to thrive in ambiguous environments while balancing strategic priorities and operational execution\nStrong business acumen with the ability to connect clinical, operational, financial, and organizational objectives\nFor roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment\nWorking Conditions\nThe working environment is generally favorable\nLighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etc.\nThe above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job\nVSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintaina drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.\nUnincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance withthe Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.\nNotice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information.\nWe have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. Click hereto learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities.\nAs a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees. 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