Healthcare Operations Director

Senior Director, Physician Services – Healthcare Operations Leadership | New Mexico

Job Title: Senior Director, Physician Services
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Salary: $130,000 - $170,000
Employment Type: Full-Time


We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Director, Physician Services to lead and oversee physician practice operations in Las Cruces, NM. This leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, improving patient care delivery, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals across multiple physician practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for physician practices

  • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices to improve efficiency and patient outcomes

  • Manage budgets, financial performance, and operational metrics

  • Collaborate with physicians, executives, and administrative leaders

  • Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to healthcare standards

  • Lead, mentor, and develop practice managers and staff

  • Optimize workflows, patient access, and service delivery

  • Support growth initiatives, expansion, and outreach services

Must-Have Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree AND graduation from a program in Healthcare Management or Business Administration

  • Minimum 10+ years of experience managing physician practices

  • Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Las Cruces within 45 days

  • Ability to travel (infrequently) within the service area (generally less than 50 miles)

Nice-To-Have Qualifications

  • Ability to relocate within 30 days

Required Skills

  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities

  • Expertise in physician practice operations and healthcare administration

  • Financial management and budgeting experience

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

  • Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree required

  • Formal education/training in Healthcare Management or Business Administration required

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in physician practice management

Work Environment

  • Healthcare administrative setting

  • Multi-site physician practice oversight

  • Occasional local travel required