VP, Physician Services

Company: ARDENT
Location: Topeka
Posted on: January 10, 2026

Job Description:

Ardent Health is a leading provider of healthcare in communities across the country. With a focus on consumer-friendly processes and investments in innovative services and technologies, Ardent is passionate about making healthcare better and easier to access. We are driven by our purpose of caring for people: our patients, our communities and one another. Located in Brentwood, Tennessee, Ardent has earned a reputation as one of the industry’s strongest and most innovative healthcare systems. Our facilities and clinics are consistently recognized among healthcare’s best employers. We recognize each hospital and clinic is as unique as the community it serves. We strive to maintain strong community ties through advisory boards, contributions, charitable care, education and outreach. Ardent includes: 30 hospitals 280 sites of care 4,323 beds 24,000 team members 8,168 nurses 1,800 aligned providers 5.7M annual provider encounters $5.1B in revenues Ardent makes considerable investments in people, technology, facilities, and communities, producing high quality care and extraordinary results. From newly constructed facilities and expanded services, to lifesaving technology and outstanding opportunities for employees, Ardent is committed to providing its hospitals and clinics the tools needed to succeed. We believe it is this mix of corporate support and local autonomy that equips our teams for success. The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus (St. Francis Campus) is proud to be a part of a long legacy of high quality, compassionate care. St. Francis Campus began serving its community in 1909 as the mission of a group of Catholic nuns who rose up to meet a need. Today, St. Francis Campus has 378 licensed inpatient beds, 14 primary and specialty care clinic locations, and a history of technological advancements and dedicated staff. The St. Francis Campus also includes Tallgrass Surgical Center. Tallgrass Surgical Center is a freestanding multi-specialty ambulatory surgery center that houses three operating rooms and one procedure room. St. Francis Campus is jointly owned by The University of Kansas Health System and Ardent Health Services. POSITION SUMMARY Our St. Francis Campus is seeking an experienced Vice President of Physician Practices. The VP, Physician Practices reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for leading and directing the overall formation, implementation, and management of the physician practices. In this role the VP of Physician Practices guides the development of physician practice strategy, and has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the physician practices. The incumbent will serve the critical leadership role of championing the program and its goals with internal and external stakeholder groups. Identify, gather, analyze and present strategic business intelligence regarding the physician practices that identifies opportunities and allows the organization to make informed decisions. Embedded in these responsibilities is the ability to lead a significant cultural transformation process for all of the clinics by working with various constituents including physicians, the Director of Clinic Operations, clinic managers, clinic staff, appropriate hospital leadership, counterparts at UKP, as well as Ardent corporate resources. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. Responsibilities Direct and coordinate company financial reporting, planning and budget management functions. Recommend benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of clinics. Direct the clinic’s finance, accounting, budgeting, reporting, and audit processes Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget. Oversee daily operations of the finance department to include general accounting, accounts payable and payroll. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements. Work with clinic managers to achieve budgeted goals by providing financial education. Establish and implement short- and long-range clinic goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the clinics goals and objectives. Direct financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements. Qualifications Education: Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or similar is required. Masters Degree preferred. Minimum Work Experience: 7 years of senior level healthcare operations management experience preferably with large organized physician groups or integrated delivery systems. Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Demonstrated strategic planning expertise with knowledge of current healthcare regulatory and policy requirements. Experience with population health management analytics and metrics High level knowledge of HIT requirements Demonstrated physician and Board level communication skills Computer skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, Electronic Medical Records software Coding and billing expertise including ICD10 and CPT coding Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize Interpersonal verbal communication and advanced math skills Creativity, problem analysis and decision making Ability to work varied shifts Strong leadership skills Must be able to utilize good judgment, demonstrate patience, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times Must be able to work in a busy and stressful environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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