ASC Manager

Summary

The ASC Manager will provide strong leadership to a multidisciplinary team, ensuring exceptional patient care, operational efficiency, and strict adherence to regulatory standards. This role focuses on ophthalmic procedures in a high-volume, patient-centered outpatient environment.

The ASC Manager will report to the Governing Board/Medical Director and collaborate closely with ophthalmologists, nursing staff, and administrative teams to drive clinical excellence, financial performance, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or a related field required;
  Master's degree (e.g., MHA, MBA, MSN) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare management, with at least 3 years in an ambulatory surgery center or outpatient surgical setting; ophthalmology experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills with a track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to lead with integrity, empathy, and decisiveness in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills for budgeting, data-driven decision-making, and performance metrics.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and regulatory excellence in ophthalmology services. In‑depth knowledge of ASC regulations, including CMS and AAAHC standards; experience leading successful accreditation surveys highly desirable.
• Certification as a Certified Administrator Surgery Center (CASC) or equivalent preferred; RN licensure a plus.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills; proficiency in EMR systems and healthcare financial software.

• Provide strong, inspirational leadership to clinical and administrative staff, including nursing, technicians, and administrative office personnel. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture through staff development, performance evaluations, conflict resolution, and team‑building initiatives.
• Experience partnering with other healthcare professionals and a record of building and maintaining trust and collaborative relationships.
• Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation:
  Ensure full compliance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions for Coverage, Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) standards, state licensure requirements, OSHA, and other applicable federal/state regulations. Lead preparation for surveys, audits, and accreditation processes; implement and monitor quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) programs.
• Strategic Planning:
  Identify opportunities for service expansion, process improvements, and marketing to enhance the center's position in the ophthalmology community.
• Ability to adapt to and lead change, create an environment that supports change and resolve conflict.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with ophthalmologists, referring providers, and external partners to support case volume growth and strategic initiatives.
• Adherence to the utmost infection prevention standards in compliance with CDC, AORN, and APIC recommendations.
• Superior communication, facilitation, negotiation and listening skills. Must be able to foster open communication and be open and receptive to the ideas and suggestions of others.
• Excellent analytical, critical/creative thinking and critical thinking skills.
• Strong program development, project management, and information technology skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of industry standards and clinical best practices and trends.
• Strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills; proficiency in technology, Microsoft Office suite, EMR systems and healthcare financial software.
• Performs other duties as assigned.