Hospital President

Your future role at a glance

The President will serve as the senior executive leader responsible for establishing, stabilizing and advancing a newly acquired hospital in the Derby, Kansas community. This role carries shared accountability for bringing the Ascension Mission, Vision and Values to life while leading the transition from acquisition through operational readiness and long term sustainability.

Unlike a traditional start up, this effort represents the reopening of a recently closed hospital and requires a leader who can navigate ambiguity, rebuild trust with the community and workforce, and deliver disciplined operational execution from day one.

Location: Derby, KS

Department: Administration

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.

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

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you'll make an impact in this role

Lead the senior management team in planning, directing and coordinating operations to achieve the organization''s mission, strategic directives and goals.

• Provide leadership to management team that enlists active participation/support and create ownership of short- and long-term objectives necessary to achieve revenue/budget goals.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement policies and practices to deliver the optimal level of service to the community. Ensure that services are consistent with the mission, vision, values and directives of the organization.
• Create a culture and environment that attracts, motivates, develops and retains qualified associates and physicians. Provide leadership for performance improvement and quality initiatives to achieve high quality of care and patient safety goals. Ensure that the organization meets regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with medical staff. Integrate physician perspective in strategic and operational decision-making.
• Collaborate and partner with key leaders across business units to optimize the delivery of care to patients, families, physicians and the community.

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What minimum requirements you'll need

Education:

• Bachelor''s degree with 10 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 5 of

those years being in leadership/management.

What additional preferences we''re seeking

• Master's degree in health or hospital administration, business administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare operations, including experience in complex or multi-site environments.
• Experience leading through periods of growth, transformation or operational start up is strongly preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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