Manager, Sports Medicine Technical Support

AT LIFENET HEALTH YOU ARE THE ADVANTAGE

Every day YOU help us to save lives restore health and bring hope to patients and families around the world. At LifeNet Health we cultivate growth innovation and collaboration where your contributions drive solutions that benefit humanity.

Together we are united by a mission greater than ourselves a purpose rooted in healing.

ABOUT THIS JOB
Location: Virginia Beach VA (on-site)

Department: Customer Experience

Schedule: Monday Friday 8:15 a.m. 5:00 p.m. (ET) workdays variable on-call; Essential Personnel 30% travel

Clinical Status: Non- clinical

HOW YOULL MAKE AN IMPACT
The Manager Sports Medicine Technical Support leads and ensures the overall effectiveness and productivity of the Sports Medicine Technical Support program. This role owns operational excellence establishes goals aligned to company strategy manages people processes and drives continuous improvement using LEAN and data-driven methods. The Manager oversees safety quality performance metrics and budget/KPI results; implements robust training programs; and builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The role partners cross-functionally within the Customer Experience Department and with Marketing & Sales Finance P&L and Quality to resolve escalations optimize workflows and support business continuity plans across LifeNet Healths Sports Medicine allograft portfolio.

Your work will have purpose every single day contributing directly to life-changing outcomes.

WHAT YOULL DO

• People Management & Talent Development: Lead coach and develop the Sports Medicine Technical Support team ensuring they have the skills tools and resources to perform at or above standards. Execute people processes (performance management development succession and career pathways) and manage engagement recognition and retention programs. Conduct regular one-on-ones team huddles and performance reviews; provide feedback and resolve employee-relations issues. Build and sustain partnerships across organizational boundaries and with external stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.
• Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement: Establish program goals aligned with company objectives; lead LEAN/CI projects with stakeholders to identify define and execute process improvements. Investigate customer complaints and internal errors perform root-cause analysis implement corrective/preventive actions and monitor effectiveness. Establish and manage training programs for new/existing staff; measure training outcomes and ensure competency. Develop and maintain SOPs/work instructions; ensure compliance with LNH policies and applicable standards.
• Technical Oversight: Oversee clinical technical support and training quality (graft selection/application) delivered by the team; step in for high-impact escalations or complex cases. Ensure order/case management quality (measurement accuracy match communications offer coordination) and fulfillment strategies (quarantine/backorder monitoring alternative graft recommendations) are executed consistently. Govern technical complaint handling and advanced inquiries; coordinate root-cause/corrective actions with Quality/Product and communicate learnings to the team.
• KPIs Management: Develop monitor and report on KPIs (service accuracy productivity customer experience) and related metrics; investigate trends/variances and adjust operations accordingly. Collect required report data identifies errors and creates solutions that increase the accuracy efficiency service productivity and customer experience for our clients.

WHAT YOULL BRING
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree
• Valid State Drivers License
• Seven (7) years of experience in one of the following: Healthcare (Tissue Banking Organ Procurement Organization Blood Banking Nursing Medical EMT etc.) Marketing Sales Customer Experience Public Relations or Business Development.
• Three (3) years of experience in a leadership role managing direct reports.

Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

• CTBS: AATB Certification
• Seven (7) years of direct field experience with biologics working in operating rooms or with physicians. Experience should demonstrate strong understanding of graft options product attributes anatomical applications and clinical workflows.
• Functional understanding of SAP or similar ERP systems.
  

Key Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Leadership Skills: Ability to motivate and inspire the team to achieve goals.
• Relationship Management: Builds and sustains partnerships across organizational boundaries and functions to achieve common goals and outcomes.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency with using computer programs ERP systems and electronic documents. Proficiency in Microsoft Office: PowerPoint Excel Word Outlook Microsoft Suite.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with all professionals at different levels within the organization.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities and manage time/ workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects multi- task identify project interdependencies and potential risks/ pitfalls.
• Problem Resolution: Demonstrates ability to anticipate and critically think through problems.
• Analytical Skills: Demonstrates the ability to successfully gather and evaluate pertinent information to draw conclusions and identify potential trends.

WHY JOIN LIFENET HEALTH

When you join LifeNet Health youre not just taking a job youre joining a mission-driven community dedicated to making a global impact through regenerative medicine. Youll be part of a workplace that values authenticity collaboration and the drive to make a difference.

We recognize that great work happens when people feel supported. Thats why our total rewards package is designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Heres how we support YOU:

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision Coverage- Comprehensive care that wont break the bank.
• Profit Sharing Plan- Share in the success you help create.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan- Invest in your future with confidence.
• Paid Parental Leave- 6 weeks to bond with your newest family member.
• Corporate Sponsored Events- Celebrate milestones and build connections.
• Generous Paid Time Off- Because balance matters:
  • 18 vacation days (based on position tenure and state laws)
  • 9 sick days (subject to local and state regulations)
  • 9 holidays (7 standard 2 floating)
• Flexible Work Program- For approved roles how and where you perform best.
• Tuition reimbursement- We invest in your growth and education.
• Career & Leadership Development- Expand your impact and potential.
• Wellness Program- Prioritize your health with holistic resources.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Support for you and your household.
• Incredible teammates- Collaborate with passionate dedicated professionals.
  

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may be modified at any time with or without notice unless otherwise required by law. This job posting does not constitute an employment contract and does not alter the at-will nature of employment at LifeNet Health.

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $87226 - $116301 annually

Final compensation will be based on factors such as geographic location qualifications and prior relevant experience. The pay range for this position is $87226 annually (entry level qualifications) to $116301 annually (experienced in this role). Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidates knowledge and relevant experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

LifeNet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected status.

As part of our commitment to safety we maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment substance abuse screening.