Chief Strategy Officer

Ascension Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Health in Austin, TX is seeking a strategic leader to drive market growth and align with the national strategy. You will lead strategy, business development, and service line initiatives to expand the market footprint, identify partnerships, and oversee major growth programs.

In this executive role, you will collaborate with senior leaders to develop capital plans, pursue mergers and acquisitions, and ensure execution of strategic initiatives that advance Ascension's mission and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of cumulative experience; 5+ years in leadership/management.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience; 15 years preferred; 5 years leadership/management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads development and implementation of overall strategy and plan in partnership with Market leadership and Ascension leadership.
• Identifies high-priority strategic opportunities, risks, capital projects, and potential acquisitions/partnerships.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX

• Department/Specialty: Administration

• Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

Responsible for the ongoing development, management and progression of the Market Strategy in alignment with the Ascension National Strategy. Develops a clear understanding of internal dynamics and levers while focusing on external demands, opportunities and relationships positioning for growth. Drives the organization to understand gaps and move to building strategic partnerships and/or internal capabilities. Develops and shepherds the processes to determine the need to grow and compete through buying, building or partnering.

Leads the strategy, business development, service line function for the organization. Responsible for overall growth for the market. Accountable for optimizing and/or growing the market's footprint and identifying and driving new business development initiatives, strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions and other growth opportunities. Leads the implementation of strategic initiatives that position Ascension to accomplish its strategic aspiration and annual strategic and operational goals and realize its Mission and Vision. Ensures coordination and alignment with Ascension on the overall market strategy.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Leads the development and implementation of the overall strategy and strategic plan, working in partnership with the Market and/or business unit leadership, boards, and Ascension leadership team.

• Leads the strategic aspects of the annual planning process, including accountability for identifying high priority strategic opportunities, risks, key capital projects and potential acquisitions and partnerships.

• Responsible for the identification, development, growth strategies, and targets for Ascension and leads Ascension's business development function as well as Regional Growth Councils in close partnership with the Ministry Market or Business Unit Executive.

• Leads the process of developing the building blocks of the strategic plan, including the projected financial impact of each component.

• Co-leads the development of the three-year capital plan with the Chief Financial Officer and ensures alignment with Ascension strategy.

• Co-leads the development of service line strategic plans and clinical programs with the Market CEO and Senior Leadership Team.

• Partners with the Clinical Integration Network (CIN)/ACO to lead the market population health strategy and alignment including the identification of high priority gaps/opportunities.

• Leads the development of the overall ambulatory strategy, including the services to be offered and the partnerships that will be required, and ensures alignment with sponsors.

• Leads the provider development plan process to identify Ascension's provider needs and which specialities/practices/provider-types should be pursued and optimized to implement the market Clinical Programs in collaboration with the MME and Senior Leadership Team.

• Champions Ascension's transition to value-based care and population health and ensures alignment to Ascension's strategy; partners with Finance and Ascension CIN/ACO leaders to pursue payer and employer opportunities.

• Spearheads efforts to identify and develop merger or acquisition targets, partnerships, joint ventures and other strategic partnership opportunities.

• Ensures the Master Facilities Plan process is conducted in a manner that aligns with the Ascension strategic plan.

• Supports the development of national strategies and business development opportunities as requested by Ascension.

• Educates Ascension leaders and Board of Directors on critical external trends, disruptions and innovations by facilitating dialogue among key stakeholders.

• Leads implementation in collaborative partnership with other executives including but not limited to COO, CFO, CCO, MME and ensures full delivery of projected results.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ascension's mission is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus and is guided by our Catholic Ministry. Ascension is committed to servant leadership as an essential enabler of our Integrated Ministry and provides opportunities for leaders to grow. These behaviors are enabled by trust between and among community members. These servant leadership capacities are demonstrated in our values of God Honoring, Justice, Compassion, Integrity, and Dignity.

• A strong commitment to the mission of Ascension and a personal and professional presence to provide leadership on behalf of Ascension Health and AdventHealth and the Strategy; a values driven, authentic leadership style which is guided in thinking, and in acting, by a sensitivity to the Mission and core Values of Ascension.

• Highly strategic: demonstrated track record in assessing complex, competitive markets and in developing related growth initiatives in partnership with physicians, payers, and/or other providers.

• Ability to set the strategic vision, with an understanding of the future direction of healthcare and the ability to motivate and engage others in a common vision.

• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively influence gaining broad stakeholder support when developing, implementing, and promoting strategies, initiatives, projects and new ventures in a shared leadership environment.

• A systems-oriented thinker with the ability to analyze complex relationships and situations, think outside the box, act, and promote entrepreneurial and innovative approaches at the system level and across the Ministry Market.

• A history of seeking out and developing collaborative relationships with internal and external constituencies in order to accomplish a common goal.

• Superb communication, facilitation, negotiation, and listening skills, accompanied by the ability to know how and when to influence, persuade, direct, challenge, and relinquish control.

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What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• None Required.

Education

• Bachelor's degree with 10 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 5 of those years being in leadership/management.

• Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience

• 10 years of experience required.

• 15 years of experience is preferred.

• 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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