What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Financial Officer position at Regional West Medical Center?
About Regional West Health Services
Regional West Health Services (RWHS) is an independent, mission-driven health system serving communities across western Nebraska. Our integrated network includes Regional West Medical Center, physician clinics, outpatient services, senior care, and a nationally recognized third-party administrator. We are committed to improving health outcomes, strengthening rural healthcare, and fostering operational excellence through collaboration and innovation.
Opportunity Summary
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides executive oversight for all financial operations of the health system. This includes direct leadership of Finance, Revenue Cycle Management, Materials Management, and Health Information Management (HIM). The CFO is a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors and a strategic partner in advancing clinical access, operational sustainability, and mission stewardship. We are seeking a leader who brings depth in healthcare finance, integrity in decision-making, and a collaborative approach to transformational leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for Finance, Revenue Cycle, Materials Management, and HIM departments.
- Develop and oversee the system-wide operating and capital budget, financial planning process, and long-range forecasting.
- Ensure accurate, timely, and actionable financial reporting to the Board of Directors, CEO, and senior leaders.
- Lead revenue cycle performance improvement to optimize patient access, charge capture, claims, collections, and denials management.
- Oversee procurement, contracting, and inventory controls to ensure efficient materials management and cost control.
- Guide financial policy development, internal controls, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Support clinical and operational leaders with decision support tools, business case modeling, and margin improvement initiatives.
- Champion transparency, accountability, and mission-aligned stewardship of system resources.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Healthcare Administration, or related field required.
- CPA, FHFMA, or similar credential strongly preferred.
- 10 years of senior financial leadership in a complex healthcare organization.
- Demonstrated expertise in revenue cycle, supply chain, and HIM leadership.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to lead through influence and alignment.
- Experience engaging directly with Boards, lenders, and external stakeholders preferred.
Why Join Regional West?
At Regional West, you will join a leadership team committed to leading meaningful transformation in rural healthcare. This is more than a finance role it's a chance to shape the future of care delivery in a mission-focused organization where values and impact matter. Your leadership will make a difference in lives, in outcomes, and in the sustainability of our system.
Employment Type Full Time
