Director of Strategy

Ascension • Manhattan, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Director of Strategy at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS, within the Strategy Administration department. The position is full-time, with day shifts, and is eligible for an annual bonus incentive. The Director will drive strategic service line growth by building clinical networks, direct physician and EMS relationships, guide operational alignment, elevate community care retention, and strengthen strategic partnerships.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree required.
• 5 years of experience required.
• 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
• Proven track record in data-driven strategic planning, service line growth, and driving physician outreach or healthcare sales.
• Self-starter with a "get it done" attitude.
• Ability to communicate concise, compelling recommendations (written & verbal) to executive and senior leadership.
• Calls for strong critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience preferred.
• 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic service line growth by building clinical networks.
• Direct physician and EMS relationships through proactive communication channels with providers and surgical groups to streamline referral networks.
• Guide operational alignment by keeping medical committees informed on system migrations, facility updates, and Transfer Center developments.
• Elevate community care retention by formalizing provider networks to expand local clinical services.
• Strengthen strategic partnerships by offering unified oversight to build long-term trust, increase visibility, and drive regional business development.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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