Robotics Program Director (Atlanta)

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The Director of Robotics is responsible for overseeing the robotic surgery program across EHC. This role provides strategic, operational, financial and clinical leadership, ensuring high standards of care, and guiding the professional development of team members. The Director of Robotics collaborates closely with Operating Units, physicians, clinical teams, and administrative staff to promote the safe, efficient, and evidence-based delivery of care. They are accountable for aligning departmental goals with organizational priorities, facilitating interdisciplinary coordination, and driving continuous improvement across all aspects of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Development:

1. Creating and implementing a long-term vision and strategy for robotic surgery within the organization.

2. Chair Committees, provide reports and recommendations to hospital committees and MECs. Develop and update training and credentialing guidelines.

Program Management:

1. Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the robotic surgery program, including scheduling, resource allocation, and quality assurance.

2. Develop policies, procedures, and quality review processes.

3. Collaborate with departments throughout the hospital.

Staff Training and Education:

1. Ensuring that surgeons, nurses, and other staff are properly trained in the use of robotic surgical systems and associated technologies.

2. Establish and retain a core robotic team, including ongoing training initiatives.

3. Establish the capability for independent training of visiting operating room teams and teaching opportunities.

4. Provide clinical and operative support to new and existing robotic surgeons.

Technology Acquisition and Management: Evaluating and selecting appropriate robotic surgical systems and ensuring their proper maintenance and upkeep.

Financial Management:

1. Participate in budget planning and present capital needs to executive leadership.

2. Managing the budget for the robotic surgery program, including capital expenditures, operating costs, and revenue generation.

Collaboration and Communication:

1. Working with surgeons, hospital administrators, and other stakeholders to promote the robotic surgery program and ensure its success.

2. Collaborate with operating room staff to enhance overall efficiency by reducing turnover times, improving intraoperative skills, and developing a dedicated, robotic-capable team

Quality Improvement: Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and implementing quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and program efficiency.

Outreach:

1. Engage with referring physicians, increase referrals, and support subspecialty recruitment.

2. Build strong relationships with key physicians in strategically targeted areas.

3. Deliver presentations at physician meetings and regional events/dinners.

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