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Executive Director, Advanced Practice

University of California - Irvine
medical insurance
United States, California, Orange
Oct 21, 2025
Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.


Your Role on the Team

The Executive Director, Advanced Practice Providers provides system-level administration, direction, coordination, and evaluation of the operational, financial, and human resource functions and activities for Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) across the enterprise. This role functions with a high degree of autonomy. This role is responsible for the vision, short- and long-term strategy, direction, and performance of various domains, including administration and leadership, workforce planning and management, scope of practice, regulatory oversight, clinical practice, professional performance, and development/training programs. Additionally, the Executive Director oversees and directs through subordinate managers, the administration, programs, and strategic initiatives of the organization relating to Advanced Practice, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and strategic goals.


What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

  • Proven leadership and ability to impact change in a complex health care system
  • Subject matter expert in APP regulations, scope of practice, and industry best practices
  • Strong leadership skills to guide and influence collaborative teamwork and organizational change
  • Strong business acumen in corporate finance, strategic planning, and organizational development
  • Proficient in healthcare information systems and data analysis
  • Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and experience in driving operational and patient care outcomes
  • Experience leading and supporting organizational change management
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to problem solve and provide effective leadership with a positive focus that will enhance services, providing optimal patient-oriented health care in an efficient and cost-effective manner
  • Ability to oversee project initiatives related to APP professional integration and improvement
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
  • 10+ years as an APP in a variety of clinical settings, inclusive of acute and ambulatory areas
  • Advanced degree in related area
  • State of California licensure as a NP, CRNA, or PA
  • Relevant current board certification (ANCC, CPPPA, PNCB, NCC)

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

  • Background Check and Live Scan
  • Employment Misconduct*
  • Legal Right to work in the United States
  • Vaccination Policies
  • Smoking and Tobacco Policy
  • Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

  • California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
  • E-Verify
  • Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.


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