Vice President, IKC Operations

CO Salary Range: USD 200,000.00 - 285,000.00 per year

Posting Date
05/30/2025

2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America

General Purpose of the Job

The Vice President, ESKD Hospitalization Strategy is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy to reduce hospitalizations among DaVita's End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) patients. This executive leader will work cross-functionally with clinical and operations leaders to drive innovation, enhance clinical programs, and ensure best-in-class patient care and outcomes. This role is pivotal in helping achieve one of DaVita's top clinical priorities: reducing ESKD hospitalizations by 10% by 2030.

• Define and lead the overarching strategy to reduce hospitalizations across DaVita's ESKD patient population.
• Establish both short- and long-term plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Design, pilot, and scale interventions aimed at improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Lead a large, multidisciplinary team focused on optimizing critical clinical areas such as fluid management, access, AKI, and adequacy.
• Identify and operationalize required activities for various care team members (RNs, social workers, physicians, etc.), including supporting processes, training, technology, and reporting infrastructure.
• Prioritize and execute annual clinical initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in patient care.

• Continuously assess performance metrics and develop action plans to address gaps.
• Evaluate and engage external vendors to supplement and enhance care delivery capabilities.
• Implement strong management and accountability processes to ensure execution and results.
• Partner with operations to drive sustained performance improvement across markets.

• Provide vision, direction, and performance oversight for a high-impact team.
• Oversee performance development, retention, team structuring, and employee engagement efforts.
• Partner with managers to build and maintain a culture of high performance and inclusion.

• Facilitate input and alignment through cross-functional workgroups involving Operations, Clinical Services, and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO).
• Collaborate closely with the VP of Implementation Strategy and other key partners on deployment of technology, training, and reporting.
• Represent clinical capabilities in strategic discussions with senior leadership and client-partners.

• Cultivate a culture of innovation and calculated risk-taking to drive clinical and business advancement.
• Lead teams effectively through ambiguity, identifying and balancing risks and opportunities.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in healthcare, with dialysis or chronic disease management preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading large, diverse teams.
• Proven track record of healthcare innovation and outcome improvement.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to engage C-level leaders and cross-functional teams.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
• Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills, with a demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility across all organizational levels.
• Strong business acumen and a clear understanding of healthcare markets and financial principles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-impact projects concurrently.
• Flexible and adaptable, with comfort navigating ambiguity and change.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.