Executive Director of Physician Relations

About the Company

Excelling health management firm

Industry Hospital & Health Care

Type Educational Institution

Founded 1879

Employees 10,001+

Categories

Health Care Healthcare Hospitals & Clinics Hospitals Universities

Specialties

primary care specialty clinics and hospital medical research educating health care professionals and improving the health of arkansans

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Physician Relations to spearhead its physician outreach and referral development initiatives. This executive-level role is pivotal in driving revenue growth by fostering and strengthening relationships with community physicians, specialty practices, and clinics. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader with a deep understanding of healthcare operations, responsible for enhancing external provider relationships and promoting the organization as a preferred partner for patient care. Key responsibilities include building trusted partnerships, representing the organization in various medical settings, and executing outreach strategies to increase referral volumes. The role also involves cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless care coordination and compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.

Applicants for the Executive Director of Physician Relations position at the company should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with a Master’s degree preferred, and at least 7 years' experience in physician relations, business development, or healthcare leadership. The role requires strong knowledge of hospital operations, clinical services, and physician practice dynamics, as well as exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic ambassador for the organization, capable of educating external providers on clinical pathways and service differentiators. The position demands a results-driven individual who can monitor and analyze referral patterns, and implement strategies to expand market share. A key aspect of the role is the ability to travel frequently to community practices and healthcare organizations.

Hiring Manager Title Chancellor

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

CEO/President Non-Profit Management