Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Department Details

This Director role supports a healthcare organization serving the Rapid City region. The position centers on strengthening operations, guiding teams through change, and supporting a culture of accountability and patient-focused care. Ideal for a steady, collaborative leader who values practical improvement and meaningful impact in a community-based healthcare setting.

Job Summary

The Director of Operations is responsible for providing overall guidance, administrative leadership, direction, development, coordination, integration, planning and control of operations of designated Sanford facilities. Accountable for the creation and development of an environment that encourages the application of Sanford Health mission and values to maximize long-range plans and strategies. Provides administrative leadership, support, and expertise across designated focus areas, potentially including marketing, documentation review of contracts, clinical operations, education, and research. Develops and monitors appropriate indicators for quality and continuous improvement. Manages the operations of the departments including human resources, budget and finance, short and long-range planning, legal and regulatory compliance. Effectively interview, hire, counsel, and discipline employees. Develops and administers operational procedures, safety and communication program. Lead key initiatives to help realize the strategic goals set by administrative leaders. May also participate in and responsible for community events, revenue generation, expense control, and general public engagement functions/events. Lead operational efforts to promote services as part of a broader programs as well as demographic groups.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Nursing or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.

Minimum five years of experience in a health care or business related field required.

About Sanford

Sanford Health, one of the largest health systems in the United States, is dedicated to the integrated delivery of health care, genomic medicine, senior care and services, global clinics, research and affordable insurance. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization includes 44 hospitals, 1,400 physicians and more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations in 26 states and nine countries.

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