Division Vice President (DVP)

DaVita Kidney Care

4d•$215,000 - $275,000•Hybrid

About The Position

DaVita is dynamic, growing and entrepreneurial. We are currently seeking a Division Vice President (DVP) to join our Village and guide the operations of our dialysis services business based out of the San Francisco / Bay Area (Pleasanton, CA office). As a DVP in Team Polaris, you will lead a team of 5–6 direct reports (Regional Operations Directors), multi-site centers (chronic dialysis centers and home dialysis programs), and approximate annual revenues of ~$400M. This leader will oversee a territory covering Northern and Central California (the San Francisco to Sacramento corridor and Central Valley). Team Polaris as a whole is a ~$1.6B business and, as a key member of DaVita’s field management team, this position is responsible for the general management and oversight of operations within an assigned division. The DVP provides strategic, tactical and team leadership, counsel and direction to the field management of DaVita to ensure safe, efficient, therapeutic and ethical patient care. Additionally, this position identifies and develops strategic growth opportunities, leads division performance, and works closely with the GVP and business development team to develop competitive strategies in alignment with DaVita’s mission and values. We're looking for an exceptional strategic leader with a strong ownership mindset to consistently and proactively seek ways to improve the business and operationalize new ideas and insights. Our candidate must also be a strong team leader; able to attract, develop and retain talent. The DVP will engage at all levels of the enterprise and, specifically, will be a key thought partner and work closely with the GVP as well as Finance, Strategy, People Services and Business Development teams.

Requirements

Strong alignment with our Mission and Values.
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred; MBA strongly preferred.
Prior experience in management consulting
Minimum of 10 years’ progressive management experience required
Strong leadership acumen; successful team management and development
Demonstrated track record of successful fiscal and operating leadership; demonstrated financial expertise
Healthcare industry background a plus
Advance computer skills and proficiency in MS Excel required; intermediate skills and proficiency in MS Work, Outlook and PowerPoint required.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to direct reports and division team, including the direct supervision, development of and accountability for the performance of the staff
Oversee and/or manage all teammate employment activity effectively and professionally including hiring, promoting, job performance, evaluations, compensation, teammate relations, disciplinary actions and terminations
Develop and execute strategic operating plans and goals for assigned division; including: Track metrics and success criteria, including ROI for all activities
Analyze current center trends impacting patient service delivery
Review, analyze and address gaps in service excellence, policies and/or procedures proactively; identify issues and implement solutions
Lead the creation and implementation of teammate development processes and succession planning, including mentoring, coaching and modeling appropriate leadership behaviors
Manage financial and revenue growth, operations and labor management, contract management and clinical outcomes within the division
Fulfill broad reaching, strategic responsibility for the development and implementation of proactive programs, operational improvements, communications and other division-specific general management responsibilities related to all modalities (chronic, acute, PD, home) within the assigned division. This includes leading the creation and implementation of DaVita’s operating strategies within all modalities based on the identification of Best Demonstrated Practices.
Maintain awareness and knowledge of competition; proactively assess related SWOT (division strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats); analyze and implement effective responses
Use and leverage the DaVita acute strategy for entry into additional hospital joint ventures
Participate actively in joint venture business meeting were applicable
Lead the business development process for division operations
Maintain a liaison relationship between the corporate office and field operations
Develop positive work relationships with all levels of management and other departments in the Village; work collaboratively with field management, legal, finance, etc.
Maintain an open line of communication with the GVP regarding oversight of Field Operations
Develop and maintain a team of knowledgeable, skilled teammates (including management) who function in compliance with all regulatory requirements and the DaVita mission and values
Travel required: 25%