Medical Oncology Clinical Director Sunstate Medical Specialists Pembroke Pines, FL Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Qualifications RN License Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bachelor's degree in nursing Oncology Full Job Description Why Join Us? SunState Medical Specialists (SMS) is proud to be a part of OneOncology in delivering exceptional, community-based specialty care across Florida. With a team of 105 physicians spanning urology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, breast surgery, general surgery, and head and neck surgery, SMS is committed to providing high-quality, accessible care. Our practice continues to expand services by offering advanced radiation therapies, in-house pharmacy and laboratory capabilities, care management, theranostics, cutting-edge diagnostic imaging, and clinical research. We are dedicated to recruiting top-tier physicians to help increase access to affordable, high-quality care throughout the state.

Job Description:

The Clinical Director is responsible for the strategic, clinical, and operational leadership of clinical and nursing services across multiple outpatient oncology clinics and infusion centers. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based oncology care while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, optimizing infusion operations, supporting practice growth, and promoting exceptional patient experience. The Director serves as a key clinical leader and partner to physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacies, operations, and executive leadership to standardize nursing practices, improve patient outcomes, enhance workforce engagement, and support the expansion of oncology services throughout the organization. The Clinical Director reports to the Chief Executive Officer. The Clinical Director serves as the clinical counterpart to the Senior Director of Medical Oncology, ensuring the alignment between clinical operations and physician leadership. Scope of Responsibility Oversight of nursing operations across multi-site oncology infusion centers. Leadership of Clinical Nurse Managers, infusion nurses, medical assistants, and clinical support staff Accountability for: Clinical quality and patient safety Oncology nursing standards and compliance Infusion center efficiency and throughput Nursing workforce development and retention Patient experience and satisfaction Clinical integration and practice growth initiatives Key Focus Areas for Success Standardization of oncology nursing practice across all sites Optimization of infusion capacity and patient access Recruitment and retention of high-performing oncology nurses Expansion of advanced oncology therapies (immunotherapy, bispecific, supportive care programs) Improvement of quality metrics, patient outcomes, and staff engagement Development of future nursing leaders within the organization

Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership Provide clinical oversight of all clinics, nursing and infusion services across oncology clinics. Ensure safe administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biotherapy, and supportive care therapies. Promote adherence to Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) standards, evidence-based practices, and state nursing regulations. Serve as a clinical expert and resource for complex oncology patient care issues. Lead initiatives focused on patient safety, quality outcomes, and nursing excellence. Operational Management Standardize clinical workflows, nursing practices, and patient care processes across all locations. Monitor and optimize infusion center operations, including chair utilization, patient throughput, staffing efficiency, and access to care. Collaborate with practice administrators and physician leaders to identify operational improvement opportunities. Support implementation of new therapies, treatment pathways, and clinical service lines. Lead clinical integration efforts for newly acquired or expanding practices. Nursing Leadership & Workforce Development Directly oversee Clinical Nurse Managers and nursing leaders within each practice. Develop and maintain staffing models aligned with patient volume and acuity. Lead recruitment, onboarding, mentorship, and retention initiatives. Develop and implement standardized nursing training in collaboration with Clinical Lead of Nursing services, while providing ongoing oversight to ensure competency, consistency, and alignment with clinical standards. Conduct performance evaluations and develop succession plans for nursing leadership positions. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, engagement, and professional growth. Oversee and manage all REMS programs to ensure compliance with medication safety requirements, staff education, documentation standards, and required operational workflows. Education & Professional Development Ensure ongoing competency validation for oncology nursing staff. Oversee orientation programs for new nurses and clinical team members. Promote certification attainment, including OCN and ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification. Develop continuing education programs and nursing leadership development initiatives. Partner with education teams to implement annual competency assessments and regulatory training. Quality, Safety & Compliance Lead quality improvement, patient safety, and risk management initiatives in medical oncology in partnership with the Quality and Safety Sr. Manager. Monitor compliance with

ONS, OSHA, USP

, CMS, state regulatory agencies, and accreditation standards. Review clinical incidents, patient safety events, and infection prevention metrics. Develop and monitor corrective action plans when necessary. Ensure readiness for regulatory surveys and accreditation reviews. Financial & Strategic Leadership Participate in budgeting, labor planning, and resource allocation. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and financial performance. Partner with pharmacy, finance, and operations leaders to support medication utilization and operational optimization. Support strategic initiatives, practice growth, and expansion of oncology services. Evaluate clinical technologies, equipment, and vendor partnerships that enhance patient care and operational performance. Collaborative Leadership Build strong partnerships with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacy leaders, and operational leadership. Participate in enterprise-wide committees and multidisciplinary leadership teams. Serve as the nursing representative for oncology service line planning and clinical innovation initiatives. Promote standardized care delivery across all practices while respecting local operational needs

Required or Preferred Qualifications:

Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Minimum 7 years of progressive nursing leadership experience. Minimum 5 years of oncology infusion or outpatient oncology leadership experience. Demonstrated experience leading multiple clinical sites and nursing leaders. Knowledge of oncology treatment regimens, infusion operations, and regulatory requirements. Preferred Master's degree in nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration (MHA), or Business Administration (MBA). Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) certification. ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certification. Experience with oncology EMR platforms and infusion workflow management. Experience leading enterprise-wide clinical quality and operational improvement initiatives. Core Competencies Oncology Clinical Expertise Strategic Leadership Operational Excellence Change Management Financial Acumen Quality & Patient Safety Regulatory Compliance Workforce Development Physician Collaboration Communication & Influence Data-Driven Decision Making This job description does not contain a full listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of this role. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.