Job DetailsJob Location: 164 - 1500 Expo Parkway - Sacramento, CA 95815Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $179,100.00 - $268,650.00 SalaryVice President of WellSpace Institute
Department/Care Stream: Supportive Departments
LIA Reporting Structure
Timecard Approver: Chief Health Officer
Primary: Chief Operations Officer
Secondary: Chief Health Officer
Status: Full-time
FLSA: Exempt
Location: Admin, 1500 Expo Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95815
Level of team: Leadership
Pay Range: $179,100-$268,650 annual salary
EEO-1: Professionals, Managers
Organization Information
WellSpace's mission is "achieving regional health through high quality comprehensive care." We believe that everyone deserves to be seen, no matter who you are, where you come from, where you work or what place you call home. At WellSpace, we see you!
We are driven to serve the whole person through comprehensive, integrated care, spanning medical, dental, behavioral health, and supportive services across the region. We do this by building a team of exceptional colleagues who are dedicated to our mission and becoming part of the communities we serve.
As the region's largest Community Health System, WellSpace utilizes a Confluence Model to integrate an internal network of healthcare modalities, including Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC), Drug Medi-Cal and Specialty Mental Health programs, California's second largest 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Center, an independent Risk Bearing Organization (WellSpace Nexus), and more into a seamless confluence of care.
To ensure the highest quality of care, WellSpace is accredited by the Joint Commission for Ambulatory Care, Behavioral Health and as a CCBHC. Further, it is certified by the Joint Commission as a Primary Care Medical Home and a Behavioral Health Home. WellSpace's crisis programs are accredited by the American Association of Suicidology and the International Council for Helplines.
Position Summary
The Vice President of WellSpace Institute provides strategic leadership for WellSpace Health’s education, workforce development, academic partnerships, and employment pathway initiatives. As a member of the Leadership Team, this executive develops and sustains innovative educational programs that strengthen the healthcare workforce while creating pathways that encourage employment opportunities within WellSpace Health.
The Vice President oversees the organization's educational division dedicated to advancing clinical excellence, leadership development, residency and fellowship programs, apprenticeships, internships, onboarding, continuing education, and academic partnerships.
This position collaborates closely with operational, clinical, academic, community, and Human Resources leaders to develop educational opportunities, strengthen community relationships, expand clinical learning experiences, and support workforce readiness. The Vice President serves in a dyadic partnership with the Vice President of Ambulatory Care & Services to strengthen relationships with educational institutions, professional organizations, and community partners that support future healthcare professionals and encourage careers with WellSpace Health.
Why This Role Matters
The Vice President of WellSpace Institute helps shape the future healthcare workforce by creating exceptional educational experiences, building strong academic and community partnerships, and preparing healthcare professionals to thrive in mission-driven care. Through innovative education, collaborative partnerships, and lifelong learning opportunities, this leader strengthens both the organization and the healthcare workforce throughout the region.
Essential Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Provide executive leadership for WellSpace Institute and establish a long-term strategic vision aligned with organizational priorities.
Serve as a member of the Leadership Team, participating in strategic planning, budgeting, organizational initiatives, and executive decision-making.
Develop annual goals, measurable outcomes, and educational strategies.
Foster a culture of learning, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Represent WellSpace Institute with educational institutions, community organizations, government agencies, professional associations, and funding organizations.
Educational Partnerships & Career Pathways
Lead the organization's educational partnerships and career pathway initiatives by developing, expanding, and evaluating programs including:
Clinical student placements
Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program
Medical Assistant Training Program
Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Fellowship
OB/GYN Residency Program
Physician Residency Partnerships
Nursing clinical rotations
Behavioral Health internships
Social Work internships
Volunteer programs
Community internship programs
High school healthcare career exploration
College healthcare career pathway programs
Academic affiliations
University partnerships
Community partnerships
Develop and strengthen relationships with educational institutions, professional organizations, healthcare associations, and community partners that promote healthcare careers and encourage employment opportunities within the organization.
Leadership Development
Provide executive oversight of leadership development programs including:
LEAD
DELTA
New Supervisor Development
New Manager Academy
Coaching and mentoring programs
Support leadership succession through educational opportunities that prepare future organizational leaders.
Clinical Education & Organizational Learning
Provide oversight of organization-wide education including:
New employee onboarding
Clinical orientation
Preceptor development
Continuing education
Annual competencies
Professional education curriculum
Career advancement education
Ensure educational offerings support quality care, patient safety, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and organizational priorities. The position requires frequent travel between organizational locations, attendance at community and academic meetings, prolonged computer work, and occasional evening or weekend events.
Electronic Health Record (EHR) Education
Provide executive oversight for
Epic/OCHIN training
EHR onboarding
Advanced EHR education
Workflow optimization
Super User development
Clinical informatics education
Refresher and continuing EHR education
Collaborate with Informatics, Information Technology, and operational leaders to improve EHR utilization and efficiency.
Patient-Centered Health Home (PCHH) Education
Lead organization-wide education supporting
Patient-Centered Health Home principles
Integrated care delivery
Team-based care
Population health
Quality improvement
Care coordination
Value-based care
Regulatory readiness
Organizational Partnerships
Partner closely with Human Resources, Operational Leadership, Credentialing, and clinical leaders to:
Strengthen relationships with academic institutions and community organizations.
Expand educational affiliations and clinical learning opportunities.
Promote awareness of career opportunities within the organization.
Encourage students, residents, fellows, apprentices, interns, and volunteers to pursue employment opportunities following program completion.
Support workforce planning through educational partnerships and community engagement.
Financial & Operational Leadership
Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets.
Pursue grants and external funding supporting education and workforce initiatives.
Monitor return on investment for educational programs.
Establish performance indicators and reporting dashboards.
Ensure effective stewardship of educational resources.
Regulatory & Program Compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable standards including:
HRSA requirements
ACGME requirements (where applicable)
Educational affiliation agreements
California licensing regulations
Continuing education standards
Joint Commission standards
OSHA requirements
CMS requirements
Other applicable federal, state, and accrediting agency requirements
Leadership Responsibilities
Provide leadership and supervision to education leaders and managers.
Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing educational staff.
Build collaborative relationships across departments.
Lead organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
Promote accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Master's degree required in one of the following
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Public Health
Education
Business Administration
Organizational Leadership
Related field
Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNP, MD, DO, or equivalent) preferred.
Experience
Minimum ten (10) years progressive healthcare leadership experience.
Minimum five (5) years executive or senior leadership.
Experience leading educational or workforce development programs.
Experience managing organizational budgets.
Experience developing academic and community partnerships.
Experience leading interdisciplinary teams.
Experience in FQHCs, academic medicine, integrated healthcare, or public health preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more of the following
Graduate Medical Education
APP Fellowship Programs
Nursing Education
Residency Administration
Academic Partnerships
Leadership Development
Organizational Change Management
OCHIN Epic/Epic
HRSA-funded organizations
Grant Management
Patient-Centered Medical Home/Health Home
Value-Based Care
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Executive Leadership
Strategic planning
Healthcare education
Adult learning principles
Organizational development
Budget development
Change management
Project management
Relationship building
Public speaking
Performance measurement
Regulatory compliance
Human Resources & Employment Compliance Knowledge
Working knowledge of employment laws and human resource practices sufficient to support educational programs and workforce initiatives, including:
California and Federal employment laws applicable to healthcare organizations.
Understanding the legal distinctions between employees, independent contractors, volunteers, interns, apprentices, and students.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA).
Equal Pay Act.
Immigration Reform and Control Act (I-9 employment eligibility requirements).
Fair and consistent selection practices that support lawful hiring processes.
Prevention of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Confidential handling of employment-related information.
Collaboration with Human Resources to ensure educational and workforce programs remain compliant with applicable federal and California employment regulations.
Key Performance Indicators
The Vice President will be accountable for measurable outcomes including:
Growth of educational and clinical training programs
Student, resident, fellow, apprentice, and intern participation
Conversion of program participants into employment with the organization
Expansion of academic and community partnerships
Leadership program completion
Educational program effectiveness
Onboarding effectiveness
EHR competency metrics
Grant funding secured
Budget performance
Regulatory compliance
Educational program satisfaction
Community partnership development
Core Competencies
Mission-Driven Leadership
Strategic Thinking
Collaboration
Innovation
Accountability
Integrity
Communication Excellence
Relationship Building
Continuous Learning
Results Orientation
Servant Leadership
Benefits
Successful candidate will receive regionally competitive salary, above average health benefits at reduced costs, paid life insurance & long-term disability insurance, additional voluntary retirement plan with organizational match and no vesting schedule requirement.
Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
11 paid holidays per year
Paid time off
Paid sick leave
Flexible Spending Program
Company paid malpractice insurance for all providers
Professional development hours offered annually
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The work environment is characteristic of a typical office environment. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and arms to reach. The employee is also required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must also possess hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
The employee may be in contact with individuals and families in crisis who may be ill, using substances and/or not attentive to personal health and safety for themselves or their homes. The employee may experience a number of unpleasant sensory demands associated with the client’s use of alcohol and drugs, and the lack of personal care. The employee may also be exposed to bodily fluids (blood, urine) and hazardous chemicals.
WellSpace Health is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is the intent of WellSpace Health to maintain a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. WellSpace Health is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WellSpace Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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