Director of Physician Relations

Appalachian Regional Healthcare • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

Physician and APP retention and relations are critical to organizational success at Appalachian Regional Healthcare. High turnover rates among providers can lead to disruptions in patient care, increased costs, and diminished morale among remaining staff. To address these challenges and ensure the long-term sustainability of our medical workforce, ARH recommends the hiring of a Director of Provider Relations to create/lead an effective and engaging Retention Strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 3 years Progressive Experience in Healthcare
• In-depth knowledge of Provider Practices/ Retention Strategy/ Provider Engagement

Nice To Haves

• MBA or MHA preferred

Responsibilities

• Assessing physician and APP satisfaction through surveys, personal interviews, one on one meetings, and feedback mechanisms.
• Identifying causes of turnover and developing targeted interventions.
• Creating programs for professional growth, mentorship, and work-life balance.
• Managing the collegial onboarding process.
• Collaborating with leadership to address systemic issues affecting provider retention.
• Establish/Lead a System Provider Engagement Committee
• Monitoring retention metrics and reporting on progress to executive leadership.
• Review contract expirations and manage extension addendums

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director