Vice President Operations, Integra

Vice President Operations, Integra

Job Summary:

The VP Operations of Integra will support the President/COO in operational oversight of assigned areas and provides direction for the execution of value based agreements for Integra, including government ACO models and commercial payer contracts. The VP Operations operates, manages, and administers the organization to ensure that the appropriate infrastructure is in place for successful implementation and performance of Alternative Payment Model programs.

The VP Operations(VPO) will also work closely with the President/COO and appropriate leadership team members to plan, evaluate, and execute the operational and financial business plan for the ACO. While reporting directly to the President/COO, the VPO will have highly collaborative relationships with other members of the leadership team and will work closely with the VP of Finance. The VPO will display exceptional verbal and written communication skills and will be an excellent collaborator across disciplines both within Integra, and across CNE, to support the overall mission of the CNE strategic plan in population health.

Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Under the direction of the President/COO, drives the growth of the network and articulates its goals and responsibilities at all levels of the organization. Consults with key stakeholders and internal groups throughout CNE on special considerations and challenges.

B. Develops an effective and efficient team to manage the key ACO operations, including; network development and growth, analytics, administrative services and care coordination and build an organizational culture that supports collaboration and a focus on equitable population health goals.

C. Oversight of all outside contractual relationships, assuring contractual obligations and agreed upon metrics are being met, as well as make recommendations on new and discontinuing partnerships.

D. The VPO serves as the operational lead on the operational and financial business plans for the ACO and on population health initiatives, and develops the organization's budget with the ACO VP of Finance. Prepares annual goals and budgets for submission as required.

E. When requested, participates on CNE and hospital committees and task forces focused on ACO and population health initiatives and effectively articulates concerns and issues while fostering opportunities for collaboration.

F. Maintains connections to government entities and bodies in RI working on population health and payment reform including but not limited to CTC Collaborative, OHIC, etc.

G. Participates in the development, implementation, and monitoring of performance standards and operations of the ACO to ensure continuous improvement. Works with the President/COO and clinical leaders to make changes or to add new programs related to the population health clinical strategic programs when performance opportunities are identified.

H. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the financial performance for the department and cost centers assigned. Adheres to the CNE system and organizational policies and procedures. With the ACO VPF & CFO, establishes and maintains the ACOs controls and procedures and financial reporting.

I. Proactively engages the Integra Board concerning the growth and development of projects. Accountable for assuring all program components are consistent with board approvals and guidelines. Actively participate in meetings of the Board of the ACO.

J. Makes recommendations for programs or infrastructure that will meet the challenges and capitalize on the opportunities inherent in new health care funding initiatives to enhance performance and cost effectiveness.

K. Supports the development of new contractual arrangements with both commercial and governmental payers to enhance the network and ensure a care continuum. Works to identify new payer opportunities and sits on the CNE Payer Advancement Strategy Committee. Manages payer relationships.

L. Directs the implementation of operating policies, systems and programs consistent with organizational philosophy, ACO operating agreement requirements, payer contract requirements, strategy and financial accountability.

L. Perform all other job related duties as required or requested.

Requirements:

Master's Degree in Business, Public Health or related field Required.

Minimum 7 to 10 Years. Previous experience in population health and VBC focused organizations. Proven track record of operational processes and successes required.

Must possess excellent organization, communication, project management and presentation skills. Must be committed to a team-oriented work environment. Must have the ability to develop and implement sound financial business plans.

Must have experience with payer negotiations and contracting experience.

Must have strong operations experience.

Prior experience in a leadership role and five (5) years' experience in new program development within a large, complex, multi-site private or public sector organization preferred

Prior experience overseeing organizational finances and standing up new
budgets and proformas.

Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.