Assistant Chief Financial Officer – Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital

COMPANY BACKGROUND:

Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) is a diversified healthcare services company headquartered in Dallas with more than 100,000 employees. Through an expansive care network that includes United Surgical Partners International, we operate 60 hospitals and approximately 460 other healthcare facilities, including surgical hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers and imaging centers and other care sites and clinics. We also operate Conifer Health Solutions, which provides revenue cycle management and value-based care services to hospitals, health systems, physician practices, employers and other clients. Across the Tenet enterprise, we are united by our mission to deliver quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve. For more information, please visit www.tenethealth.com.

MARKET SUMMARY:

Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital, Tucson Arizona

Established in 1961, Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital is a premiere medical campus serving Tucson and the Southwest. St. Joseph’s is home to a Level 1 Trauma Center, the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center.

Here you’ll find one of the region’s most comfortable labor and delivery units as well as high-quality care and customer service in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, oncology, wound care, stroke, diabetes, emergency medicine and rehabilitation.

The 486-bed facility is an accredited Chest Pain Center, has been recognized by the American Heart and Stroke Association with a Get with the Guidelines Award for stroke care, and has nationally-certified Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs.

Additional services include the following:

• 24/7 emergency care with online check in program
• Carondelet Neurological Institute for the diagnosis, treatment, and support of stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, illnesses and cancers
• Carondelet Joint Replacement Center offering total joint replacement surgery and rehabilitation.
• St. Joseph’s is certified by the DNV as a Comprehensive Stroke Center 
• Minimally invasive da Vinci robotic surgery suites for urological, colorectal, general and gynecological surgery
• Advanced technology for brain and spine care, including robotic assisted surgery and a state-of-the-art BrainSuite iCT operating suite
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Hearing Services for adults and children
• Inpatient and outpatient imaging
• Wound care services
• Advanced Primary Stroke Center 
• Nationally certified cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs
• Variety of classes and support groups

At Carondelet, we strive for excellence in health care. Our doctors, nurses and specialty programs and services have won numerous awards and distinctions for excellence and innovation. And while we don’t like to toot our own horn, we believe these honors speak volumes to the level of advanced care you can expect to receive when you walk through our doors. We celebrate just a few of these achievements below.

• St. Joseph's and Holy Cross Hospitals have been recognized for quality maternity care by Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction Centers for their proven expertise, high quality care and patient results as designated Maternity Centers in Southern Arizona.
• Excellence in heart and stroke care is a longstanding tradition at both St. Mary’s Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital.  Carondelet St. Mary’s and St. Joseph’s Hospitals are both accredited by the Society for Cardiovascular Care as Chest Pain Centers.
• St. Joseph’s is certified by DNV as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
• St. Joseph’s operates a State Level I Trauma Center.
• St. Raphael’s Freestanding Emergency Center was opened in March of 2021 and is associated with St. Joseph’s Hospital.

https://www.carondelet.org/our-locations/st-josephs

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) is responsible for safeguarding facility assets and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP. This role helps oversee compliance with financial policies, the effectiveness of internal controls, and overall financial governance.
As a key member of the facility leadership team, the ACFO partners with the CFO, CEO and A-Team to develop and execute strategic and financial plans, while maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.

The Assistant Chief Financial Officer collaborates with the Market Chief Financial Officer and assumes responsibility for the ongoing effective operation of the department by exerting a leadership role that supports the hospitals, mission, vision, goals and objectives while focusing on the patient, physicians, employees, volunteers and the community as customers.  The Assistant Chief Financial Officer supports the continuous assessment, improvement, coordination and integration into the hospitals’ and market’s financial functions. 

FUNCTIONAL EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

The ACFO helps lead financial strategy, planning, and performance management for the facility, including risk identification, mitigation, and communication of financial risks and opportunities. This role collaborates closely with corporate functions (e.g., Accounting, Audit, Legal, Treasury, IT) to ensure alignment and operational effectiveness.

Key responsibilities include (supporting the CFO/Market CFO):

• Financial Performance & Planning
  • Analyze daily operating results to ensure that revenues, expenses, and labor are within budgeted objectives; advise department heads and administration of needed changes and improvements
  • Drive productivity and length of stay (LOS) initiatives to optimize operational efficiency, resource utilization, and financial performance
  • Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow plans (including rolling forecasts)
  • Provide accurate, timely financial reporting and analysis
• Controls & Compliance
  • Maintain strong internal controls, financial systems, and recordkeeping
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, GAAP, and company policies
  • Promote ethical financial practices and audit readiness
• Revenue Cycle & Operations
  • Manage revenue cycle performance, including denials management, reimbursement, charge capture, and collections
  • Partner with stakeholders to improve financial and operational outcomes
• Capital & Investment Management
  • Evaluate capital projects and business opportunities, assessing financial impact and ROI
  • Manage capital deployment in alignment with financial plans
• Strategic Leadership
  • Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and financial planning
  • Analyze new business opportunities, including managed care contracts and program expansion

ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP - EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

The ACFO is expected to help drive financial and operational excellence through:

• Judgment & Execution: Deliver consistent financial performance, maintain strong controls, and adapt to market dynamics
• Strategic Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO, contributing to growth, cost management, and long-term strategy
• Financial Influence: Translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights across all levels of the organization
• Operational Rigor: Set clear financial targets, monitor performance, and drive accountability
• Talent Development: Build and develop high-performing finance teams, ensuring strong succession pipelines

CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE, ATTRIBUTES AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive financial leadership experience; Healthcare/hospital experience is required
• Strong background in financial operations, planning, reimbursement, and capital management
• Demonstrated success improving financial performance in complex environments
• Experience with managed care contracting and regulatory compliance

Skills & Attributes: 

• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights
• Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence across functions
• High integrity, sound judgment, and strong communication skills
• Proven ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required (or Business degree with Accounting/Finance focus or a CPA)
• MBA, MHA, and/or CPA strongly preferred

• A competitive compensation program will be tailored to the selected candidate.  Base salary will be supplemented by a performance bonus and comprehensive, well-rounded benefits program, which includes relocation assistance.

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