Associate VP, DHIP - Network Development, Western NC Region

Duke University; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking an Associate VP for Network Development in Western NC. This role involves leading healthcare network expansion, managing partnerships, and driving strategic growth initiatives across the region. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in health systems and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in health system or physician network development.
• Experience with acquisitions and ambulatory growth strategy required.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional network development and physician integration efforts.
• Oversee acquisition/integration of new practices and partnerships.
• Coordinate market data and financial models for strategic growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial Acumen

Operational Background

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in healthcare administration

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke Health Integrated Practice

Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of Duke Health's mission across the state of North Carolina.

JOB LOCATION

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital -171 Fairview Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking anAssociate VP, DHIP - Network Development, Western NC Region to be asenior lead within Duke Health Integrated Practice (DHIP), a member of Duke Health. This position is responsible for driving the strategic development, integration, and operational execution of DHIP’s provider network and ambulatory infrastructure across Western North Carolina—including Lake Norman, Charlotte, and surrounding markets. Reporting to the VP Growth and Network Development, this role serves as an in-market leader to build trust with local physician groups, manage key partnerships, and accelerate clinical expansion aligned with Duke Health’s growth goals.

The AVP partners closely with leaders across the Network and Growth team, Ambulatory Operations, Clinicians Services, and system executives to ensure coordinated execution of new site development, acquisitions, recruitment strategies, and regional integration.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead regional network development and physician integration efforts across Lake Norman, Charlotte, and Greensboro areas.
• Oversee acquisition/integration of new practices and partnerships; manage onboarding of 50+ providers across specialties.
• Collaborate with DHIP and Duke Health leadership to advance strategic facility expansion plans, including COEs and ambulatory builds.
• Serve as a senior liaison to local physician leaders, community groups, and hospital executives to maintain engagement and trust.
• Coordinate market data, financial models, staffing analysis, and ROI scenarios to inform strategic growth decisions.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree in healthcare administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience in health system or physician network development.
• Prior experience with acquisitions, clinical integration, or ambulatory growth strategy required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proven experience leading healthcare network expansion, physician partnerships, or ambulatory strategy.
• High emotional intelligence with ability to build trust across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Financial acumen to interpret market analysis and business development data.
• Strong operational background in clinical integration and facility planning.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-site projects and collaborate in matrixed environments.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

JOB HOURS

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.