Executive Director / CEO

Location: Baton Rouge, LA Organization: Renal Associates Lead the Business Behind Exceptional Patient Care Renal Associates is seeking an accomplished healthcare executive to lead the business operations of our dynamic physician practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for a strategic, financially savvy leader who enjoys partnering closely with physicians to drive operational excellence, organizational growth, and long-term financial success. Renal Associates is the region's leading nephrology practice, with 25 physicians and advanced practice providers serving patients across four outpatient clinics, 25 dialysis facilities, and four hospital systems throughout the Greater Baton Rouge area. Supported by a team of nearly 50 employees, the practice is committed to clinical excellence, operational innovation, and delivering exceptional patient care. The Executive Director serves as the chief administrative leader of the practice and is responsible for the organization's financial performance, human resources, operations, risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategic initiatives. This is a hands‑on executive leadership role for someone who is equally comfortable developing long‑term strategy and rolling up their sleeves to analyze financial data, improve operational performance, and solve complex business challenges. What You'll Do As Executive Director, you will: Lead all business and administrative operations of the practice. Produce, analyze, and present financial reports that support informed decision‑making by physician partners. Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and internal financial controls. Drive operational efficiency across clinical support services, revenue cycle, information technology, facilities, and administrative functions. Lead human resources strategy, including recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development. Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, employment laws, and organizational policies while managing enterprise risk. Develop and execute strategic initiatives that support practice growth, physician recruitment, service line expansion, and operational excellence. Build strong relationships with physicians, managers, employees, and external business partners. What We're Looking For We're seeking an experienced healthcare executive who combines strong business acumen with collaborative leadership. Ideal candidates will have: 7–10+ years of progressive healthcare leadership experience. Experience leading physician practice operations or ambulatory healthcare organizations. Strong accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting experience. Demonstrated success improving operational performance and organizational efficiency. Experience overseeing human resources, compliance, and organizational development. Excellent analytical, communication, and relationship‑building skills. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field required. MBA, MHA, or related graduate degree preferred. Why Join Renal Associates? This is an opportunity to become a trusted partner to physician leadership and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a respected medical practice. The Executive Director has the opportunity to influence strategy, strengthen financial performance, build an exceptional organizational culture, and help position the practice for continued growth and success. If you are an experienced healthcare executive who enjoys building high‑performing organizations while making a meaningful impact on patient care, we encourage you to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr