is pleased to announce we have been retained by Kerrville, Texas to recruit a President and Chief Executive Officer Peterson Health, in Kerrville, Texas, has retained Tyler & Company for an exciting search for a President and Chief Executive Officer Mission: Exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care Vision: World-class care today, tomorrow, always Core Values: 'CALLING' Caring Accountability Leadership Learning Integrity Nurturing Going the Extra Mile
The Organization: PROUDLY PETERSON SINCE 1949 Peterson Regional Medical Center is a private, not-for-profit community-based healthcare system located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in Kerrville. For over 65 years, Peterson Regional Medical Center (PRMC) has provided exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care. That legacy continues with exciting plans to elevate healthcare like never before! PRMC has always been an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization. With a long, proud history of serving the people of the Texas Hill Country, Peterson s customer base spans over nine neighboring counties covering over 100,000 square miles. With net revenues of more than $125 million and approximately 900 fulltime employees and over 250 medical professionals, the PRMC family has been the largest employer in Kerr County for many decades. Supported in work and spirit by more than 100 dedicated volunteers and the firm belief and commitment of the PRMC Foundation, Peterson continues to grow, thrive, and advance. Serenely settled on a scenic 35-acre campus, the 124-bed hospital features comfortable private rooms. Within the main campus is an Emergency Department and over 25 key service lines/departments to include a certified Acute Rehab Unit; Texas Ten Step designated maternity unit, The Baby Place, and Women s Services; an Intensive Care Unit; an expanded Heart and Vascular Center providing Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Radiology, seven surgical suites; and an award-winning Center for Orthopedic Health for total joint replacement, and more. Peterson s neighboring Ambulatory Care Center offers outpatient surgical services, radiology and imaging, outpatient rehabilitation and an advanced Wound Healing Center offering two hyperbaric oxygen chambers the only of their kind available in the region. Peterson s roster of services also includes Peterson Hospice, Peterson Homecare, Peterson Medical Associates, Peterson s Outreach Lab, Peterson Community Care, Peterson Urgent Care, and Peterson Specialty Care in Kerrville and Boerne, recently named Best Medical Specialty by readers of the Boerne Star. Peterson recently opened a new family practice clinic in Bandera to meet the growing needs of this community. Proudly, Peterson is rising to new heights. Peterson is raising their efforts and raising the bar in the new year. Elevating all efforts, they are committed to improving lives, inspiring others, lifting the spirit, raising families, growing communities, and making a difference. At Peterson Health, they are elevating health and each other together. There is excitement about the future of Peterson and the community Peterson is honored to serve.
In January 2016, Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital/Peterson Regional Medical Center became known as Peterson Health. The Peterson name is synonymous with community support, and Peterson Health describes that commitment to health a rallying cry that unites the organization in purpose and communicates that purpose to the patients and the community. It is the very foundation of the new Peterson Health brand. As the largest employer in Kerr County, you will find Peterson s nearly 1,000 employees volunteering after work in regional non-profit organizations, or coordinating health fairs or flu shot clinics, to conducting Saturday car seat safety checks. Peterson Health s employees lead boards, serve as ambassadors, mentor at local schools or coach area teams in non-competitive sports or events. Peterson Health is more than just a hospital it is nine other rooftops spanning two counties in order to provide comprehensive health care options to the community. Learn more about Peterson s growing footprint at https://www.petersonhealth.com In August 2018, Peterson Health was recognized by the Studer Group as Healthcare Organization of the Month. Additionally, Peterson Health s commitment to Elevating Health has earned this organization the National Rural Health Association s (NRHA) highest distinction: Peterson Regional Medical Center was named a nation s Top 20 Rural Community Hospital for 2017 the only hospital in Texas to make this exclusive list. Hospitals are scored based on the Hospital Strength Index, a nationwide hospital rating system. Peterson Regional Medical Center excelled across eight categories from inpatient and outpatient market share, to quality outcomes, patient perspectives, and financial stability. This honor has elevated Peterson Health s status in the healthcare community on a national scale, now serving as a benchmark for other rural hospitals as they strive to navigate the future of healthcare successfully.
Peterson Health is transforming health, offering big-city services in personalized settings across the region. With the most advanced technology, experienced and compassionate staff and a stunningly beautiful footprint across a nine-county region, Peterson is making a case for Elevating Health right here at home. Peterson Health is financially strong in all areas. The anchor hospital building is less than 11 years old and is immaculately cared for and maintained, with many patient-friendly features incorporated into the new building. The organization has a stable and growing physician practice, and the Board group is engaged, knowledgeable and supportive of the CEO and organizational efforts. The Position The Chief Executive Officer reports to the Peterson Health Board of Directors and works closely with the Board of Directors, hospital management and leadership of the organized medical staff in developing strategic direction and major policies of the institution. The CEO is responsible for providing strategic direction and leading the day-to-day operations of the medical center, its services, and properties while establishing a system for assuring that high-quality care is provided. This executive will assure the sound financial operation of the hospital while promoting services that are produced in a cost-effective manner; and will provide leadership and direction in ensuring the efficient, economical and effective utilization of resources to meet the identified needs of the service region through quality medical care and health service programs. The Chief Executive Officer directs all functions of Peterson Health in keeping with the overall policies established by the Board of Directors and in compliance with regulatory guidelines, in order that the strategic objectives of the organization can be attained and ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies while continually monitoring the organization s services and delivery system. Direct reports include operations, finance, human resources, medical staff services, marketing, development, physician practice management and physician-hospital association leadership. The CEO will be a very visible leader, both in the community and at all Peterson Health entities. He/She must respond to and work collaboratively with the medical staff, employees, volunteers, and patients, working to develop and foster effective collaboration among clinical departments, medical staff leadership, and other affiliated services (inside and outside of the main campus) to ensure an interdisciplinary approach to providing services, and fulfilling the organization s clinical goals and objectives. The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for ensuring the optimal fulfillment of the institution s charter, mission, and philosophy in response to the identified needs of the community.
Essential Job Duties: 1. Exhibits in both professional behavior and personal life, the standards consistent with the established By-Laws, policies and standards of Peterson Regional Medical Center (PRMC). Carries out all essential functions in a manner consistent with the professional ethics promulgated by the American College of Healthcare Executives, in support of the established mission, vision, values, and policies of the organization. 2. Participates with the Board, medical staff and senior management in the development and implementation of strategic plans, goals, and objectives of PRMC. 3. With PRMC leadership and Board, establishes and monitors the accomplishment of challenging and achievable goals for patient care, safety, education, and community service goals while ensuring the financial viability of the organization. 4. With the Board, has leadership responsibility for defining community benefits consistent with the charitable mission of the organization, and the means of implementing for each manager/supervisor, its charitable healthcare services in a high quality, compassionate, cost-effective manner. 5. Leads the process for identifying physician specialties and other critical healthcare professionals appropriate to meet the needs of the communities served by PRMC, and for the recruitment of physicians and other professionals to fill those needs. 6. Ensures the accountability of subordinate staff for improving community health status and addressing societal issues that contribute to poor health, as well as personally working for the betterment of the community. 7. Works consistently at the tasks of achieving PRMC objectives through the selection, development, organization, motivation, management, evaluation, and promotion of human resources through the establishment and maintenance of operational processes, facilities, equipment, supplies, and other required resources. 8. Establishes and maintains effective and collaborative working relationships with both individual members of the medical staff and with medical staff groups/organizations in accomplishing mutual goals. 9. Leads PRMC in complying with regulations governing hospitals that are established by governmental and/or accrediting bodies. 10. Serves as the Registered Agent to represent PRMC in legal matters. 11. Ensures that PRMC s products and services are produced cost-effectively. 12. Leads PRMC in fostering both efficiency and a positive organizational culture by anticipating, addressing and resolving, in a timely manner, both internal and external challenges/disruptions. 13. Other related duties/goals as assigned.
This is an outstanding opportunity to capitalize on a state-of-the-art medical center, growing the organization s financial position while remaining independent, and transitioning the organization from being hospital inpatient centric to an extended healthcare delivery model, enabling a revitalized health system to continue to serve a wonderful community. This opportunity is available due to the retirement of a beloved and long-term CEO. The Candidate The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader who understands the shifting trends from inpatient services to outpatient services and how it will affect the financial health of the organization. The CEO must be focused on growth, and also committed to keeping Peterson Health independent, remaining faithful to its mission to serve the community and region. The CEO will have five years of experience as a Chief Executive Officer within an acute-care hospital of a similar size or as Chief Operating Officer of a larger hospital organization. The scope of the experience must go beyond the hospital, with substantial experience in building and leading outpatient services, physician practices and other external entities. The candidate will have a history of success in working collaboratively with physician groups and increasing connectivity among a variety of practices. The CEO must have an expanded understanding of value-based reimbursement, along with an understanding of the correlation of patient satisfaction and outcomes to reimbursement. The CEO must be committed to supporting the Baldrige Performance Excellence framework and be familiar with Studer Group initiatives. Experience leading improvements in technology will be valued. Not-for-profit experience is beneficial. The candidate will demonstrate an understanding of, and appreciation for, the culture and environment associated with managing a complex service organization in a competitive, turbulent, market-driven atmosphere. Peterson Health seeks an executive with the ability to develop and work with involved, qualified board members; guide, nurture, direct and support a highly motivated leadership team; and interact, relate to, work with, and support the activities of highly skilled, dynamic physicians as individuals and members of the organized medical staff. The candidate must also demonstrate knowledge and experience in establishing and/or developing productive relationships with existing and emerging community and health care organizations and health insurance entities. It is essential for this executive to appreciate that the hospital is here for the good of the community. A master s degree in hospital administration, public health or business, or a related field, from an accredited institution, is required. Active involvement in professional organizations, including ACHE, state, and national healthcare organization is valued, and a FACHE certification is preferred. Personal characteristics sought in candidates: Transparent; Strategic; Visionary; able to articulate the vision and inspire the leadership;
Emotional intelligence; Engages with the Board; seeks advice and input; Cultivates excellence in the quality of care being delivered across the organization; Dynamic; leads by example; Places a high value and focus on best practices; current with trends in the industry; Very involved in the community; Politically savvy; A people person; Outstanding physician relation skills; Able to communicate the vision and then lead; Excellent work ethic; Team player; Energetic, charismatic, dynamic; Flexible; Patient; Ability to delegate responsibility to senior subordinates, allowing for them the room to identify ways and means to accomplish specific goals and objectives; Decisive; Trustworthy; and Collaborative. The Community: The Texas Hill Country provides unparalleled natural beauty and quality of life Kerrville has one of the highest per-capita incomes of any city in the State of Texas. It is a family-oriented community with strong core values and sense of pride in who they are as a city. Come and enjoy the natural scenic beauty that surrounds Kerrville for miles in every direction and the sparkling, spring-fed waters of the Guadalupe River. Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Kerrville is surrounded by an array of natural beauty that any outdoor lover would jump at the chance to explore! Enjoy kayaking along the Guadalupe, hiking the scenic hills, strolling along the newly renovated Louise Hayes Park, and so much more. From hunting, fishing, cycling, or paddling to finding a peaceful picnic site under a cypress tree or enjoying one of the many concerts or theatrical performances, the Kerrville area has something for everyone. The area s natural beauty is surpassed only by the kindness and good ol Texas hospitality of the residents.
The Kerrville area is a regional center for shopping, healthcare, and other services, which bring dollars to the community along with tourism, camping, and hunting. Kerrville is 62 miles northwest of San Antonio on Interstate 10 and is intersected by State Highways 16 and 27. Austin, the Gulf Coast, and Mexico are easily accessible by nearby Interstate Highways 35 and 37. It is a onehour drive to San Antonio and the San Antonio airport. Major employers and businesses in the Kerr County area draw their labor force and customer base from a six-county area, including Kerr (49,953), Bandera (20,601), Gillespie (25,357), Kendall (37,766), Real (3,350), and Kimble (4,481). The combined population of these counties is approximately 141,508. There is no city or state personal or corporate income tax, and the Hill Country enjoys pleasant year-round weather with an average rainfall of 32.35 inches. The average July temperature is 81 degrees while the average January temperature registers at 45 degrees. Compensation A strong compensation package, including executive benefits and relocation assistance, will be offered.
Please Contact Marion Spears Karr Charlotte Tinsley Vice President Senior Consultant (770) 396-3939 ext. 6440 (727) 940-3313 mkarr@tylerandco.com ctinsley@tylerandco.com tylerandco.com Thank you for emailing your resume in Word format. Peterson Health is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, transgender status, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, or any other protected class under applicable law.