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Job Summary:

Responsible for managing WMCHealth Network strategic planning and business planning projects and initiatives related to hospital issues and trends, services, industry and market trends to be used by network administrative and clinical personnel. Individual will be responsible for working with the Network Strategy team as well as network and local/regional hospital leadership to develop and execute, where applicable, various strategic plans such as business plans, physician alignment plans and capital return-on-investment analyses. Works collaboratively with network physician and hospital leaders and outside network partners to pro-actively identify, communicate and assist in implementation of strategy and planning initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Participates in the conception and development of planning projects, including development of strategic plans and assists in implementing strategic goals and objectives, working closely with management and physicians throughout the region;
• Develops comprehensive business plans and program proposals with the Network Strategy leadership, providing updates and discussing important project variables with management;
• Updates and monitors implementation and achievement of projects goals and milestones within assigned region;
• Participates in the preparation and management of Certificate of Needs (CONs), NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH) grants, and programs;
• Analyzes data and trends concerning health system services, utilization and population demographics using data available at WMCHealth Network, NYSDOH, Sg2 and Marketware to develop proposals in support of the organizational goals and foster growth;
• Utilizes available market trends and data sources to develop market assessments and opportunity analyses for network hospitals, services lines, providers and other stakeholders;
• Provides professional consultation for service line leaders, managers and medical professional staff in the completion of business plans, project proposals and capital requests;
• Communicates effectively, providing timely, respectful, and accurate feedback (verbal, written, and listening skills). Must be able to articulate problems, solutions, and new ideas clearly (verbal or written) and respond appropriately.
• Builds and cultivates relationships and maintains in depth knowledge of assigned region and its challenges, threats, opportunities and unique characteristics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience:

Minimum three years of experience where the primary function of the position was in professional health services strategy and/or planning.

Education:

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree in hospital, public or business administration required.

Licenses / Certifications:

Other:

Ability to conceive, organize and conduct statistical studies in ways relevant to hospital and health planningAbility to effectively use computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, database software)Excellent organizational and professional communication skills; must be comfortable presenting in front of audiencesCritically thinks, with the ability to independently make decisions and conduct business activities with honesty and integrity and in the best interest of the organization.Ability to accept and implement multi-task, problem-solve, prioritize and promptly make decisions; actively seeks solutions to challenges and changing organizational needs.

About Us:

NorthEast Provider Solutions Inc.