Chief Financial Officer

Administratively Responsible for providing leadership and direction for Finance (including Case Management and Social Work), Patient Access Services (including the Call Center) and Service Line management as well as leading the organization to meet Board-directed operating margin.  The position is also responsible for the Physical Medicine department, which includes the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF), Physical and Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology. In addition, the Chief Financial Officer is the liaison to the Texas Heart Institute and to both the Information Technology Department and the Group Purchasing Organization at the level.  Promotes St. Luke’s values by focusing on customer service, emphasizing visibility and honest communication with staff, and facilitating a positive work environment built on trust, teamwork, creativity and growth.  Works closely with ’s Executive Leadership Team and Financial Leadership Team in the development and implementation of policies, plans and programs to ensure optimal support and services from Finance.  Plans, organizes and Directs the overall activities of Finance.

• Sets strategic direction for the above mentioned areas, which includes planning and managing processes and services for these disciplines to meet current and future needs.
• Develops and integrates these plans and processes to supports vision, mission, and strategies.
• Develops and Maintains effective working relationships throughout the organization to ensure effective communication and implementation of planning activities, processes and initiatives in the areas of Finance.
• Works proactively with the leaders on all aspects of financial accountability, including departmental performance reports.
• Maintains and advises on trends in the healthcare industry as they relate to finance and market dynamics
• Oversees and Directs budgeting and financial reporting processes in conjunction with the leader and System Finance Functions. Ensures accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Collaborates with end users on major acquisitions of supplies and capital to ensure needs are met.
• Assists IT to clearly understand its objectives and assist in selecting application systems.
• Presents meaningful and concise financial information and recommendations to the Board and committees of the Board.
• Works closely with the Budget Committee Chair to develop meeting agendas, Prepares materials and presentation
• Works with Patient Financial Services and Compliance departments to effectively manage the Revenue Cycle to ensure revenue capture.