OverviewCHI Memorial Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
On-site childcare with extended hours
Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
Wellness Program
Additional incentives for eligible full time day shift and night shift opportunities
ResponsibilitiesJob Summary / PurposeThe Senior Planning Strategist is responsible for leading strategic data analysis, synthesis, and business case development in support of CHI Memorial’s clinical portfolio. Analytical work includes, but is not limited to, market and market share analyses, volume forecasting, strategic and tactical plan updates, geo-analyses, and business case writing, as well as provision of analyses that facilitate smart and sustainable business decisions. The Senior Planning Strategist works with cross-functional teams – including operations, finance, marketing, legal, performance excellence, payer strategies, physician relations and recruitment, medical leaders and community benefit/mission integration – to progress strategic growth projects and convenes decision-making processes. The position routinely presents and communicates analyses, summary recommendations and business case conclusions to senior leaders and others to support data-driven/fact-based decision-making for strategic growth. Will provide guidance to Project Manager, Strategic Planning.Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Provide analysis of external and internal data sources and develop related presentations to support senior-level decision-making
Lead mission-critical work products related to the Long Range Strategic Financial Plan, Operational Performance Review, Certificate of Need, Medical Staff Development Plan, Community Health Needs Assessment, as well as ad hoc growth plans
Perform daily analysis and project management to support clinical service line and system market share assessments, market and demographic analyses, geo-analyses, economic analyses, physician demand and supply, volume forecasting for financial proformas, and business plan development
Vet new delivery system models and assess system readiness
Develop a feedback loop between Strategic Planning and internal clients to ensure
relevance of analytics offerings
Participate in organization strategic planning sessions and foster trust with organizational
leadership and key stakeholders
Confidently present analytical findings and key recommendations to small and large
group forums
Train and guide the Project Manager, Strategic Planning
The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsRequired Education and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree required; MBA preferredRequired Licensure and CertificationsNot ApplicableRequired Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and TrainingMust have three to five years’ experience working in a healthcare setting with an understanding of general strategy, analytics, marketing and planning needs. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.Preferred experience with other database programs, with ability to become proficient with mapping software, market forecasting tools, and strategy tracking software. Preferred knowledge of basic clinical coding, healthcare reimbursement, and revenue cycle management.Pay Range$36.87 - $53.46 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.