UC Davis Health
Director of Physician Contracting and Affiliations
UC Davis Health, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Director of Physician Contracting and Affiliations
The
Director of Physician Contracting and Affiliations
reports to the UC Davis Medical Group Chief Administrative Officer, and is responsible for the strategic, business development, administrative and operational functions of UC Davis Health’s Affiliate Network. In addition to the Affiliate Network, the director has responsibility for physician contracts under the UCDMG Clinical Associate Model. The Director of Physician Contracting and Affiliations is a senior leader in the medical group, operating with independence to achieve the goals articulated for the Network and is responsible for its success. The Affiliate Network currently has over 125 physician contracting agreements where physicians provide care in external sites. We anticipate major growth in this area in the coming years. This position participates with senior management in developing the financial, programming, and operational long‑term strategies for business development, network development, and affiliation activities for UC Davis Health. Goals of the Affiliate Network include (but are not limited to) increasing capabilities of our partners for low T/Q care, increasing our complexity and case‑mix index to better serve the region and grow our national presence/reputation, and to improve population health in rural northern and central California with improved access to care.
This range is provided by UC Davis Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $141,600.00/yr - $294,000.00/yr
Additional compensation types Annual Bonus
Direct message the job poster from UC Davis Health
Apply By Date Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 11:59pm; screening and selection can begin any time.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; preferably in hospital administration, business administration, or health related field.
Proven highly successful network and affiliate development leadership and five plus years of management in a large complex tertiary health system, academic medical center, extensive clinically integrated network or comparable health care environment.
Ability to pursue multiple goals, analyze complex issues, facilitate change in response to a dynamic environment, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
Ability to present complex information in a concise, yet comprehensive manner to Board members and medical staff, community leaders and employees.
Excellent ability to collaborate with senior management and executive-level staff, to develop and implement objectives, goals, budgets, strategic plans, policies, and priorities, and to measure and evaluate operations in conjunction with them.
Systems thinker and possesses the right balance of strategic planning skills and the ability to achieve operational excellence.
Excellent interpersonal, communications, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to plan, execute and evaluate change.
Analytical and critical thinking skills to troubleshoot problems and make decisions based on fact and sound judgment, business acumen and the mission, vision and values of the organization.
Extensive experience successfully working with physicians in clinical, educational, and research settings to implement new care delivery models.
Excellent consensus building skills and be able to navigate political landscapes.
Skilled at influencing decision-making, navigating complex organization structures, balancing competing priorities, and effectively managing stakeholder relationships.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree; preferably in hospital administration, business administration, or health related field.
Ten plus years of management experience in a large complex tertiary health system, academic medical center, or comparable health care environment.
Demonstrated experience managing cross‑functional projects in a complex environment, across clinical, information technology, financial and legal channels.
Extensive experience in business development in a clinical health care setting.
Comprehensive understanding of health plan contracting and California health plan regulatory environment.
Expert knowledge of physician practice delivery models, business and strategic planning, and organizational development.
Experience in joint ventures and healthcare contracting.
Expert ability to establish and utilize metrics to drive excellence, support operations and facilitate integration.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Oversight (40%)
Stakeholder & Relationship Management (20%)
Business Development & Innovation (20%)
Contracting & Financial Governance (20%)
Department Overview UC Davis Medical Group, under the leadership of the Chief Physician Executive, represents all organized medical group practices of UC Davis Health's primary and specialty care faculty and staff physicians. It collaborates with leadership in the School of Medicine and medical center to set and achieve joint strategic goals across UC Davis Health. Under the medical group, the Physician Contracting and Affiliations team works with providers across Northern and Central California to bring best practices and establish new services at rural hospitals and clinics. The Affiliate Network program partners with Strategy experts to lead and execute strategic planning, business development and operational structures necessary to build, expand and operate the Network in alignment with the university's and health system's strategic goals.
Position Information
Full Salary Grade Range: $141,600 - $294,000
Salary Frequency: Annual, paid monthly
Salary Grade: Grade 28
UC Job Title: PHYSCN NETWORK DEV MGR 2
UC Job Code: 005783
Number of Positions: 1
Percentage of Time: 100
Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 8-5pm
Location: North Addition Office Building (HSP002)
Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
Benefits Eligible: Yes
This position is 100% on‑site
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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Director of Physician Contracting and Affiliations
reports to the UC Davis Medical Group Chief Administrative Officer, and is responsible for the strategic, business development, administrative and operational functions of UC Davis Health’s Affiliate Network. In addition to the Affiliate Network, the director has responsibility for physician contracts under the UCDMG Clinical Associate Model. The Director of Physician Contracting and Affiliations is a senior leader in the medical group, operating with independence to achieve the goals articulated for the Network and is responsible for its success. The Affiliate Network currently has over 125 physician contracting agreements where physicians provide care in external sites. We anticipate major growth in this area in the coming years. This position participates with senior management in developing the financial, programming, and operational long‑term strategies for business development, network development, and affiliation activities for UC Davis Health. Goals of the Affiliate Network include (but are not limited to) increasing capabilities of our partners for low T/Q care, increasing our complexity and case‑mix index to better serve the region and grow our national presence/reputation, and to improve population health in rural northern and central California with improved access to care.
This range is provided by UC Davis Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $141,600.00/yr - $294,000.00/yr
Additional compensation types Annual Bonus
Direct message the job poster from UC Davis Health
Apply By Date Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 11:59pm; screening and selection can begin any time.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; preferably in hospital administration, business administration, or health related field.
Proven highly successful network and affiliate development leadership and five plus years of management in a large complex tertiary health system, academic medical center, extensive clinically integrated network or comparable health care environment.
Ability to pursue multiple goals, analyze complex issues, facilitate change in response to a dynamic environment, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
Ability to present complex information in a concise, yet comprehensive manner to Board members and medical staff, community leaders and employees.
Excellent ability to collaborate with senior management and executive-level staff, to develop and implement objectives, goals, budgets, strategic plans, policies, and priorities, and to measure and evaluate operations in conjunction with them.
Systems thinker and possesses the right balance of strategic planning skills and the ability to achieve operational excellence.
Excellent interpersonal, communications, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to plan, execute and evaluate change.
Analytical and critical thinking skills to troubleshoot problems and make decisions based on fact and sound judgment, business acumen and the mission, vision and values of the organization.
Extensive experience successfully working with physicians in clinical, educational, and research settings to implement new care delivery models.
Excellent consensus building skills and be able to navigate political landscapes.
Skilled at influencing decision-making, navigating complex organization structures, balancing competing priorities, and effectively managing stakeholder relationships.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree; preferably in hospital administration, business administration, or health related field.
Ten plus years of management experience in a large complex tertiary health system, academic medical center, or comparable health care environment.
Demonstrated experience managing cross‑functional projects in a complex environment, across clinical, information technology, financial and legal channels.
Extensive experience in business development in a clinical health care setting.
Comprehensive understanding of health plan contracting and California health plan regulatory environment.
Expert knowledge of physician practice delivery models, business and strategic planning, and organizational development.
Experience in joint ventures and healthcare contracting.
Expert ability to establish and utilize metrics to drive excellence, support operations and facilitate integration.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Oversight (40%)
Stakeholder & Relationship Management (20%)
Business Development & Innovation (20%)
Contracting & Financial Governance (20%)
Department Overview UC Davis Medical Group, under the leadership of the Chief Physician Executive, represents all organized medical group practices of UC Davis Health's primary and specialty care faculty and staff physicians. It collaborates with leadership in the School of Medicine and medical center to set and achieve joint strategic goals across UC Davis Health. Under the medical group, the Physician Contracting and Affiliations team works with providers across Northern and Central California to bring best practices and establish new services at rural hospitals and clinics. The Affiliate Network program partners with Strategy experts to lead and execute strategic planning, business development and operational structures necessary to build, expand and operate the Network in alignment with the university's and health system's strategic goals.
Position Information
Full Salary Grade Range: $141,600 - $294,000
Salary Frequency: Annual, paid monthly
Salary Grade: Grade 28
UC Job Title: PHYSCN NETWORK DEV MGR 2
UC Job Code: 005783
Number of Positions: 1
Percentage of Time: 100
Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 8-5pm
Location: North Addition Office Building (HSP002)
Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
Benefits Eligible: Yes
This position is 100% on‑site
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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