Director Strategic Cost Management at El Camino Health in Mountain View, California

Job Description:

Job Description

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  Develop and implement a comprehensive cost management strategy aligned with the hospital's financial goals and mission

  
  


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  Provide strategic insights to the executive leadership team to support decision-making related to cost efficiency, revenue optimization, and resource allocation

  
  


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  Lead enterprise-wide cost reduction initiatives, focusing on value-based care and operational excellence

  
  


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  Partner with clinical and operational leaders to identify and implement process improvements that reduce waste and enhance efficiency without compromising patient outcomes

  
  


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  Drive performance improvement projects focused on supply chain management, labor optimization, and clinical cost containment

  
  


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  Facilitate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of cost management strategies with operational goals

  
  


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  Identify financial risks related to cost structures and recommend mitigation strategies

  
  


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  Responsible for staff recruitment, retention, development, training and discipline

  
  


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  Work with CFO and Senior Director, Decision Support on the development of the annual operating, routine and strategic capital budgets.

  
  

Qualifications

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  Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.

  
  


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  8-12 years of progressive leadership experience in acute care / ambulatory operations, cost management or financial planning.

  
  


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  Strong background in hospital operations, ambulatory services or consulting within a healthcare environment.

  
  


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  Proven track record of leading cost reduction and performance improvement initiatives in complex organizations.

  
  


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  Experience working for non-profit and for-profit hospitals / health systems.

  
  


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  Expertise in financial modeling, cost analysis, and data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).

  
  


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  Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and change management skills.

  
  


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  Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

  
  


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  Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

  
  

License/Certification/Registration Requirements N/A

Salary Range:

$91.36 - $137.04 USD Hourly