Vice President, Associate Administrator - Community Hospital

Vice President, Associate Administrator – University Health Babcock Specialty Hospital

Come grow with us! At University Health, we are building a healthier future with our community hospitals.  We welcome driven healthcare leaders who thrive in collaborative environments and are ready to make a lasting impact.

University Health Babcock Specialty Hospital

University Health Babcock Specialty Hospital will be conveniently located on Babcock Road between Hamilton Wolfe Road and Medical Drive.

This facility is set to open in 2026–2027 and will concentrate on outpatient visits and specialty care, which will create new capacity at University Hospital while expanding access to care throughout the region.

University Health is Leading the Way

For more than 100 years, University Health has been here to heal, to improve health, to lead, innovate and advance the practice of medicine.  Above all, the people of University Health are here to serve all who entrust us with their health and lives with the highest quality care, respect and compassion.

At the University Health main campus, University Hospital proudly serves as the primary teaching facility for UT Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center for South Texas.

Position Summary

The Associate Administrator of the community hospital serves as a key member of the senior leadership team and reports directly to the Babcock Specialty Hospital Chief Executive Officer. 

• This role works collaboratively with physicians, nursing and departmental leadership to achieve operational excellence in delivery of patient care usage of staffing and supply resources, and overall throughput of patients.
• Leads planning and execution of growth opportunities to include community outreach and physician partnership development.
• Leads or coordinates process improvements within the areas of responsibility, as well as coordinating joint opportunities among the various departments where applicable. Acts in the capacity of an Officer of University Health. 
• Maintains management responsibility and accountability for clinical practice of nursing for multiple units. 
• Consults and advises the Chief Executive Officer on opportunities for growing patient volume and improving efficiencies, then executes on agreeable tactics with physician and nursing partners.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration or equivalency is required.
• A minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare management, in a hospital setting is highly preferred. 

Total Rewards:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Extensive ancillary benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Excellent Retirement Plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance

Apply now and be a part of shaping the future of University Health!