Posted May 29, 2026
Under the administrative direction of the Hospital Chief of Operations and the co-directors of the transplant institute, the Transplant Associate Administrator is responsible directing, planning, and coordinating strategic initiatives and developing services related of the multi-organ Transplant Institute. The Associate Administrator has overarching authority for administrative operations of the Transplant Institute. Collaborates effectively with Physician leaders within the hospital and within Keck School of Medicine to develop strategic relationships to ensure strong alignment of purpose and mission. Works in partnership with leaders in the organization to develop a collective team spirit while serving as a change agent to both identify opportunities to improve internal operations and processes while promoting ongoing excellence. Assesses market demand and opportunities for expanding services to ensure community need is met for high-end quaternary surgical services with the understanding that every market is different and may require a customized approach. Develops plans to expand the delivery of efficient, quality patient care services for both internal and external customers throughout the network. Utilizes extensive knowledge of UNOS/OPTN and CMS policies to ensure multi-organ transplant programs adhere to transplant regulatory requirements and standards. Identifies national and regional market changes to regulatory, financial and programmatic developments that may impact the Transplant Institute. Develops and attends Service Line meetings to include multi-disciplinary teams of physicians, nurses, hospital leaders, clinic leaders, and other stakeholders as necessary to ensure clear establishment of goals and consensus of measures of success. Holds fiscal accountability for achieving growth through successful implementation of goals within the Transplant Institute. Is accountable for ensuring cohesive alignment across the continuum of care to enact processes that deliver quality outcomes and patient safety. Essential Duties: Responsible for patient flow, scheduling, patient assessment and action, service to managed care organizations, and coordination of clinical research across the Institute. Provides direction and support for the on-going development of the multi-organ Transplant Institute. In partnership with key transplant stakeholders, hospital administrative teams and physicians, conceives and develops strategy, promotes operational standards, and ensures that transplant services are coordinated across the Institute. In concert with Transplant Institute Co-Directors, leads administrative leadership team headed by a) clinical leader of organ focused teams, b) outreach and regulatory/compliance, and Hospital Leadership Oversees the operating budget for the Institute, including payroll, completion of Medicare time studies, supply and equipment needs. Ensure fiscal soundness of the Institute through collaborative management of fiscal operations, (budget, Medicare Cost Reporting, and managed care contract terms) and leads the strategic business development and Transplant Institute growth. Participates regularly and proactively in the identification and resolution of existing system wide issues as they arise, including but not limited to productivity, resource allocation in clinical settings, capital and operating budget development, establishment of models for management of patient care, implementation and communication of new endeavors and status changes in an academic medical center environment. Responsible for coordinating and ensuring appropriate resources allocation to include but not limited to: FTE's, space, facilities planning, office, IT, administrative, educational, clinical/basic research, and facilities management. Ensures compliance with current Center for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) Transplant Conditions of Participation as well as Organ Transplant Interpretive Guidelines. In collaboration with the Medical Directors, Transplant Institute Co-Directors, and Keck Medical Center Leaders, the Administrator ensures the program is at all times compliant with all applicable regulations e.g., state law, UNOS Bylaws and policies and procedures, CDC requirements and Joint Commission standards of accreditation. Possess the ability to independently gather other important information and integrate this data into well-formulated policy recommendations with appropriate alternatives and cost benefit analysis. Responsible for achieving the highest levels of efficiencies for patient flow, scheduling, and service, as well as the assessment of, and actions necessary to insure, excellent patient and family experiences. Identifies and develops new opportunities to improve programs, seeking out and addressing patients', providers' and others unmet needs. This includes strategic planning and project/change management necessary for the transition from a conventional clinical organization to a service line-type format. Works with the Faculty and Hospital staff to develop, implement, and maintain information systems that optimally reflect the clinical, research, education and other programmatic needs of the Transplant Services. Identifies national and regional market changes to regulatory, financial, and programmatic developments that may impact the Transplant Institute. Resource for benchmarking the best practices both in the clinical and academic arenas and is expected to collaborate with outside individuals and other academic centers to accomplish this goal. Contributes to the institutional knowledge of the latest trends, practices, and state-of-the-art technology as applicable to assigned areas of responsibility. Contributes to the establishment of a learning environment, which is conducive to the provision of educational and research experiences to students, residents, interns, faculty, fellows and technical, clerical, nursing and supervisory support staff. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Req Bachelor's Degree Degree in Nursing, Health Administration or related field OR Req 10 years 10+ years of relevant experience in healthcare administration (preferably in an academic medical center) with multiple specialties and complexity driven populations is required Req 3 years 3+ years of progressive management/leadership experience required. Req Effective leadership and communication skills with diverse groups, including physicians, managers, and employees is required. Req Established track record of success in administrative responsibilities to include medical staff relationships, financial planning, revenue cycle, contract negotiation, and human resource development and management required. Preferred Qualifications: Pref Master's degree Degree in Health Administration, Business Administration or equivalent degree Pref 2 years 2+ years of experience in solid organ transplantation and multi-organ transplant experience preferred Pref Previous Transplant Administrator experience preferred Pref Registered Nurse - RN (CA DCA) Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only). The annual base salary range for this position is $191,360.00 - $315,744.00. 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