Kirby Bates Associates has been exclusively retained Aspirus Health to conduct a search for their next Vice President, System Quality and Care Coordination.

Aspirus Health is a non-profit, community-directed health system, with a network of 19 hospitals, clinics, post-acute care facilities, and a health plan dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients across Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The organization is committed to delivering innovative healthcare services, advancing patient safety, and promoting clinical excellence through its team of dedicated healthcare professionals.

The Vice President (VP) of System Quality and Care Coordination will collaborate with the SVP/ Chief Nurse Executive & Interim President Regional Markets and Chief Medical Officer to lead the strategic vision, priorities, and daily operations of care coordination, clinical quality, and patient safety across the Aspirus Health system. This dynamic leader will develop and execute short- and long-term strategies to optimize care delivery, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and foster a culture of high reliability and innovation. Serving as a resource and domain expert, the VP will guide the implementation of initiatives that enhance clinical care, improve patient outcomes, and align with the organization's mission and goals.

The VP will oversee performance improvement initiatives, drive quality and safety outcomes, and integrate best practices in care coordination and population health management. By collaborating with system executives and operational teams, this leader will support organizational growth, manage care coordination programs, and advance patient experience. Responsibilities include budget development, staff engagement, and talent management, ensuring a culture of professional development, inclusivity, and accountability. Additionally, the VP will leverage healthcare technology, analytics, and data to inform decisions and promote evidence-based practices that achieve measurable improvements in quality, efficiency, and financial stewardship.

Opportunity Highlights:  

• Strategic Oversight Across a Growing Healthcare System - Leverage expertise in driving quality, risk management, and care coordination initiatives while integrating efforts across the continuum of care, including inpatient, outpatient, and health plan operations.
• Innovative Leadership and Contemporary Modeling - Bring contemporary quality and care management strategies to address complexities in today's healthcare environment, including high reliability strategies and risk reduction efforts while aligning initiatives with system-wide goals and interdependencies, emphasizing collaboration, efficiency, and foresight.
• Dynamic Culture with Growth Opportunities - This position is ideal for an energetic, agile leader with a sense of urgency who thrives in a rigorous, fast-paced environment. Aspirus offers strong opportunities for professional development, with a focus on measurable outcomes, leader investment, and career growth. The role includes onboarding support from a highly experienced peer to ensure a seamless transition into this critical leadership position.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in nursing and Master’s degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or business administration required. Certification in care coordination and/or quality highly desired.
• Minimum of 10 years of healthcare experience with five years in an integrated healthcare system.
• Minimum of five years in a similar role(s) with progressive leadership and scope.

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