Ascension

Director of Strategic Operations

Ascension • $100K — $120K *
Wichita, KS 67212In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of relevant experience, including 2 years in leadership/management, or Associate's/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant experience including 2 years in leadership/management
  • Experience in healthcare and strategic planning is highly preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience is desired

Responsibilities

  • Own key operational projects end-to-end, managing cross-functional teams and ensuring initiatives are delivered on time and within budget
  • Lead the development and implementation of innovative operational frameworks for scalable growth
  • Design service models that balance cost-effectiveness with high quality of patient care
  • Conduct ongoing performance assessments and quality control to improve departmental standards
  • Foster a modern workplace culture emphasizing retention, continuous learning, and team satisfaction

Benefits

  • Eligible for an annual bonus incentive
  • Work in a supportive modern workplace focused on team development
  • Opportunity to lead impactful operational projects that drive growth
  • Possibility of contributing to continuous improvement in healthcare delivery
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospital

Department: Administration

Schedule: Days | Full-timeEligible for an annual bonus incentive

How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Master Project Execution & Alignment: Own key operational projects end-to-end, steering cross-functional teams, managing milestones, and ensuring complete alignment to deliver initiatives on time and on budget.
  • Operational Strategy: Lead the creation and rollout of high-level operational frameworks that modernize business processes, drive scalable growth, and directly advance our strategic vision.
  • Drive High-Impact Excellence: Design cost-effective, high-quality service models that maximize performance efficiency without compromising patient satisfaction.
  • Spearhead ongoing performance assessments, quality control practices, and cross-departmental integration to continuously elevate departmental standards.
  • Cultivate a modern workplace culture focused on retention, continuous learning, team satisfaction and elevation.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor'
    degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those year
    being in leadership/management.

What additional preferences we're seeking

  • Strong healthcare and strategic planning experience
  • 2 or more years of leadership experience


Responsibilities

  • Master Project Execution & Alignment: Own key operational projects end-to-end, steering cross-functional teams, managing milestones, and ensuring complete alignment to deliver initiatives on time and on budget.
  • Operational Strategy: Lead the creation and rollout of high-level operational frameworks that modernize business processes, drive scalable growth, and directly advance our strategic vision.
  • Drive High-Impact Excellence: Design cost-effective, high-quality service models that maximize performance efficiency without compromising patient satisfaction.
  • Spearhead ongoing performance assessments, quality control practices, and cross-departmental integration to continuously elevate departmental standards.
  • Cultivate a modern workplace culture focused on retention, continuous learning, team satisfaction and elevation.


Qualifications

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor'
    degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those year
    being in leadership/management.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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