Vice President, Strategy & Business Development in San Antonio, TX

Summary:

The Vice President will serve as the lead for strategic planning and business development within the assigned region. The Vice President will be the principal catalyst for unified strategic planning in coordination with the system office and will assist in the identification initiatives necessary to promote profitable growth and efficient operations consistent with the mission and values of CHRISTUS Health. He/she will be responsible for the following:

• Facilitation of the strategy management process for the region.
• Communication, monitoring, project management, and ongoing maintenance of key strategic initiatives
• Development of strategic rationale, project objectives, measures, and operational plans that will support business development activity
• Development of regional growth strategies and enhancing key service lines (in coordination with system strategy office)

The Vice President will work with the regional leadership team and in coordination with CHRISTUS Health in ongoing management of the region's strategic plan. The incumbent will also work closely with all key regional constituencies (physicians, executive leadership, community leaders, the Board of Directors, etc.) in guiding implementation and status monitoring of the region's strategic goals and objectives. The Vice President will bring not only creative strategic positioning ideas, but also innovative business development and approaches. The incumbent will also serve as a resource to the region for education and leadership development in the areas of strategic planning, business development, and market/competitive changes.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Administration strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant industry experience required; background in consulting preferred or similar multi-facility/department leadership preferred.

Experience:

• Knowledgeable of healthcare trends and integrates into strategic and long-range planning for the entities he/she oversees.
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare organizations, as well as standards and laws applicable to managing business development and planning issues. Work collaboratively with the various support departments.
• Proven analytical and financial management skills, including market assessment development, pro forma modeling and ongoing profitability monitoring.
• An ability to energize, mobilize, influence, and build accountability through effective communication of vision, and the fostering of productive and supportive working relationships with internal and external constituencies.
• Proven ability and experience working across a wide range of care delivery environments and providers and collaborating with essential business partners.
• Exceptional verbal and written (including presentations) communication skills required.
• An ability to spot and diagnose problems early, and bring the right people together to formulate and execute a solution.
• An ability to build consensus and provide strong leadership in a team environment, with the highest of professional and personal integrity.
• High personal, ethical, and professional conduct.
• Ability to thrive in a matrixed environment, while building rapport and trust with team members and hospital stakeholders.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in managing and directing departmental operations and human resources, including performance evaluation, training, and professional development.

Skills:

• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong grasp of business and financial principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to serve as productive member and leader of team.
• Ability to develop and present complex concepts to large audiences.
• Excellent computer skills, including word processing, MS Excel, database, graphics, and other relevant software.