About the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association and ASCA Foundation

The Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA) is a premiere national organization representing ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). We advocate for high-quality, cost-efficient and accessible healthcare services. Complementing our mission, the ASCA Foundation focuses on providing extensive educational resources and programs to support the continuous development of the ASC community. The Foundation plays a critical role in enhancing the knowledge and skills of ASC professionals, promoting best practices and keeping our members informed and ahead in the rapidly evolving healthcare field.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize, and serve as the primary liaison for, speakers for all ASCA’s educational programs. This includes:
  • Reviewing PowerPoint presentations;
  • Setting due dates for presentations;
  • Organizing and distributing speaker packets; and
  • Ensuring speakers submit all required materials in accordance with established deadlines.
• Review virtual education content periodically for updates
• Serve as administrator for the online event management system, including working with third-party vendors to update educational programs as needed
• Organize and provide all necessary documentation to continuing education providers to ensure that ASCA educational sessions comply with necessary requirements and receive continuing education contact hours
• Provide a list of proposed topics submitted for educational programs to the Education Committee and Programs for their review and comments
• Work with chairperson of the Education and Programs Committee to coordinate operations of the committees including planning meeting agendas and compiling relevant documents for committee review
• Assist with completion of necessary statistical reports/surveys as requested
• Assist with educational program operations as requested
• Maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships with employees, peers and members
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Education and Clinical Affairs
• Serve as Executive Director of the Board of Ambulatory Surgery Certification (BASC)
  • Ensure that the job analysis and exam content for CASC and CAIP are updated as required
  • Develop with the Board the BASC strategic plan
  • Recruit new CASC/CAIP providers
  • Work with the accountant and BASC Board Secretary/Treasurer on monthly financials
  • Develop and implement the annual budget
• Work with the BASC Board President on Board meeting agendas
• Work with the chairpersons of committees regarding meeting agendas and the submission of meeting minutes
• Collaborate with internal and external expertise to draft and implement the marketing plan to promote the certifications to new audiences
• Identify management companies to collaborate with on recruiting employees for the CASC and CAIP certifications
• Manage process for identified programs (i.e. state ambassador) for CASC and CAIP certification recruitment
• Implement Board-approved strategic plan for BASC
• Maintain software used in candidate/certificant application, certification, and recertification processes
• Maintain a working knowledge of the bylaws for the organization and be able to make any necessary recommendations from annual reviews and approvals
• Field questions or concerns by the certified members

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint)

 Qualifications

• Currently licensed registered nurse with a baccalaureate degree in nursing
• At least five years of work experience in a leadership role in the ambulatory surgery industry
• Preferred background in education or experience as an educator

About Ambulatory Surgery Center Association and ASCA Foundation

The Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA) assists ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) in delivering safe, high-quality, cost-effective patient care. To advance ambulatory surgery, ASCA: Develops and maintains working relationships with legislative and regulatory bodies Works in coalition with other organizations concerned with improving access to high-quality care and reducing the costs of healthcare Encourages private insurers and government programs to provide insurance coverage and adequate reimbursement for procedures performed in ASCs Publishes ASC resources, including a monthly magazine, books and survey reports Conducts educational programs on ASC issues Informs the public about ASCs

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