BioScrip, Inc. is one of the nation's leading specialty and home infusion companies! Our focus is clinical excellence and improving the quality of our patients' lives. With approximately 2,500 employees able to service 46 states, BioScrip has externally-qualified Centers of Excellence built around specific clinical conditions and therapies, as well as Ambulatory Infusion Centers around the country. Ours is a fast-paced dynamic work environment with room for new ideas and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a wide array of employee benefits as well as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Referral Program, and a 401(k) Retirement Savings.

We are currently seeking an Area Vice President to join our New England team. The territory includes the following states: CT, MA, RI, NH, VT, ME.

SUMMARY

This position has overall management responsibilities for the clinical operations and center functions within a specified territory. Responsible for the complete operational performance of multiple locations, including leadership and P&L responsibility. Assures smooth and efficient operational functioning of all designated center locations in the provision of quality clinical services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Oversees management of provision of quality clinical services to all locations.
• Budgets, monitors, interpret and manage financial parameters to achieve the financial objectives of the Region and the Company.
• Ensures compliance with all Sarbanes Oxley parameters.
• Enforces adherence to corporate policies and procedures.
• Ensures effective employee development and provides for capable management succession.
• Manages expenses to maximize profitability.
• Manages profit margins to maximize profitability.
• Develops and executes strategic and operations plans for the control, management and improvement of the organization's capabilities and for ensuring alignment with the company's goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates ability to integrate home health functions.
• Assists COO in assimilation of new centers into the organization and operations.
• Monitors actual performance to budget for centers in region and works with General Manager to take action to improve as needed. Holds General Managers accountable for responsibilities inherent in position.
• Each employee is responsible for adhering to those performance programs, policies, procedures, guidelines and internal control standards established to guide the operation of the Company. Each employee must be made aware of and understand proper internal control procedures associated with their specific job function as communicated by his/her manager.
• Each employee is responsible for reporting concerns that he or she may have with respect to deficiencies in internal control.
• Area Vice President is responsible for ensuring that internal controls are established and functioning to achieve the mission and objectives of their unit. Each employee within an area under the manager or supervisor's direction must be made aware of and understand proper internal control procedures associated with their specific job function.
• Area Vice President must acknowledge that utilization of internal controls is an inherent part of a manager's responsibility, not a new or additional function, and assure that internal controls are supportive of and consistent with the operating mandate and philosophy of the Company.
• Area Vice President must develop goals and objectives that are consistent with those established for the Company and continuously monitor the environment within which her/his location/department operates to identify required adjustments in the Company's internal controls.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of General Managers for the assigned territory.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and handle/finger.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, crawl, squat, kneel and bend.
• The employee is frequently required to travel. The employee will occasionally spend prolonged periods sitting in airplanes, cars or other means of transportation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• The employee is exposed to outside weather conditions when traveling.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree required with clinical or management emphasis. Master's degree preferred.

Seven to ten years' in-home infusion therapy experience preferred. Educational requirements may be waived in lieu of evidence of progressive growth in and attainment of the skills necessary to perform the required duties. Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a driving record which meets company's standards. Must have auto insurance in effect at all times.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Excellent communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word) and Outlook.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and intercultural competencies.
• Ability to develop and implement financial plans and manage resources.
• Knowledge of marketing strategies, processes, and available resources.
• Strong planning and analytical skills.
• Excellent supervisory skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Strong level software proficiency and understanding of technology, in general.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with all employee levels and customers.
• Ability to work with confidential material and maintain confidentiality along with sensitivity to employees and customers needs and data.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of local, state, federal, and other regulations; knowledge of regulations and legal requirements governing the industry.
• Knowledge of computerized information systems.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.

Language Skills

Ability to operate information systems, follow policy, complete required forms, and prepare reports. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from referral sources, managers, patients, employees, payors and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to read and interpret profit and loss statements. Ability to prepare budgets and revenue projections.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of abstract variables.

BioScrip is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to age, color, race, ancestry, national origin, disability, genetic information, military status, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, legally protected medical condition, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Background checks and drug screens are part of our hiring process. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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