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John J. Vega

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Seasoned Healthcare Executive with proven leadership capabilities and business acumen. Driven, results-oriented healthcare executive focused on value creation through leading highly efficient, growth-focused organizations that can successfully navigate the ever-changing world of healthcare. Experience includes strategic planning, organizational development, and team building to drive company growth and profitability. Strengths include decision making based on data analysis, fostering innovation, and implementing operational excellence strategies. Have consistently delivered results in previous roles by driving strategy execution and business transformation.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Advantia Health
Arlington, VA
04.2024 - Current
  • Achieved year one run-rate EBITDA of $5 million, stabilizing financial outlook of Advantia Health.
  • Facilitated $10 million EBITDA turnaround through targeted operational improvements in first year.
  • Developed advanced analytics tools to support data-driven decision-making in clinical and financial areas.
  • Established ancillary service division encompassing labs, genetic testing, and urgent care centers.
  • Implemented growth initiatives, launching multiple new de novo divisions effectively.
  • Reformed legal structure and compliance framework to ensure regulatory adherence and risk management.
  • Managed operations across five states for over 160 providers in OBGYN and maternal subspecialty practice.

Chief Executive Officer

Women's Health Arizona
Phoenix, AZ
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Directed operations for 140+ OBGYN and maternal subspecialty providers, generating $110 million in net revenue.
  • Oversaw expansion from 40 providers to being the largest women’s health practice in Southwest region.
  • Spearheaded M&A initiatives and launched de novo startups to enhance service offerings.
  • Established Management Services Organization to streamline key business functions.
  • Implemented efficiency programs that improved clinical and financial performance of medical group.
  • Integrated physician-owned lab and mammography into practice ancillary services.
  • Achieved approximately 30% market share for OBGYN services in Phoenix metro area.

Regional Operations Executive (Market COO)

Panoramic Health
Phoenix, AZ
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Directed operations for nephrology medical group with 75+ physicians and 25+ mid-level providers across 55 clinical locations.
  • Managed operational initiatives, ensuring accountability for patient throughput and financial performance.
  • Oversaw human resources, revenue cycle management, and call center operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Diagnosed operational issues and implemented corrective strategies to maintain financial health.
  • Collaborated with finance team to create detailed budgets for all business units.
  • Reviewed and managed all business contracts, including hospital stipends and employee leases.
  • Partnered with marketing team to devise strategies aimed at increasing patient volume.
  • Focused on developing relationships with referring physicians to boost practice visibility.

Vice-President of Business Development (M&A) & Operational Finance

HOPCo
Phoenix, AZ
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Managed business development and operational finance team at HOPCo under Chief Business Development Officer.
  • Directed mergers and acquisition initiatives, de novo clinical projects, and population health opportunities.
  • Oversaw operational finance management, including strategic planning and budget variance analysis.
  • Led financial modeling for M&A targets, encompassing physician groups and orthopedic specialty hospitals.
  • Conducted thorough due diligence for all company-related functions.
  • Identified and quantified synergy opportunities from M&A targets to enhance financial performance.
  • Diagnosed operational issues and implemented corrective strategies to maintain financial health.
  • Collaborated with Medical Economics Division on risk-bearing payer initiatives focused on capitation.

Mountain Region Operations Manager (Interim Director of Operations in 2017)

Pediatrix Medical Group
Phoenix, Arizona
05.2013 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw operational management of multiple pediatric subspecialty practices to enhance performance metrics.
  • Achieved or exceeded budgeted financial targets through strategic financial stewardship.
  • Conducted financial modeling and led growth initiatives for seamless integration of new business units.
  • Diagnosed operational issues, executing corrective strategies to strengthen financial health.
  • Collaborated with finance team to create detailed budgets for each business unit.
  • Managed various contracts, including stipends, services, employee agreements, and leases.
  • Developed marketing strategies to boost patient volume in partnership with marketing team.
  • Fostered strong relationships with referring physicians to stimulate business growth.

Sr. Financial/Operations Analys

Pediatrix Medical Group
Phoenix, AZ
06.2010 - 05.2013

Directed financial operations across Mountain Region, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
Managed comprehensive financial functions, including budgeting, analysis, cost management, and accounting.
Conducted profitability analyses and developed Pro Forma reports for regional growth opportunities.
Oversaw development of regional budget alongside specific business line budgets.
Collaborated with executive management team to drive continuous improvement in operational performance.

Education

MBA - Finance & Marketing

University of Arizona
Phoenix, AZ
01-2015

BBA - Finance

University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN
01-2007

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Planning & Execution
  • Organizational Culture Driver
  • Strategic Partnership Development
  • Lean Healthcare Operational Efficiency
  • Growth Driver
  • Value-Based Care
  • Provider Relations
  • High-Quality Care Focus
  • Real Estate Development
  • Business Development
  • Management
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Physician Negotiations
  • Finance
  • Forecasting
  • Analysis
  • Cost Control
  • Budget Development
  • Healthcare Business Operations
  • Staff Management
  • Microsoft Office Software
  • Business Intelligence Software
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Operational Management
  • Financial Acumen
  • Strategic Planning
  • Data Analytics
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Clinical Integration
  • Revenue Cycle Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement

Accomplishments

  • Advantia Health: Led operational and financial turnaround that improved EBITDA by $10 million in year 1 (-$5 million to +$5million), driven by operational efficiency and ancillary development initiatives. Drove the development of physician owned labs, genetic testing services, 5 mammography programs, ambulatory surgical center, subspecialty development (Maternal Fetal Medicine & Urogynecology) and women’s health urgent care centers.
  • Women's Health AZ: Led M&A and organic growth strategy that grew the medical group by over 350%, 40-140 providers. Led the development of ancillary service lines: physician owned lab, 5 mammography locations, ambulatory surgical center & subspecialty development (Maternal Fetal Medicine, Breast Surgery). Grew EBITDA by $16million, which was 400% increase, driven by growth and operational efficiency initiatives.
  • Panoramic Health: Member of M&A advisory committee that oversaw a $300+ million PE transaction. Drove $5+ million EBITDA growth, same store, from operational efficiency initiatives aimed at revenue maximization, resulting in the highest profitability in the organization’s history.
  • HOPCo: Member of the internal team that led a $400+ million-dollar private equity transaction. Business Development department achieved $11 million in EBITDA growth in 2018, which represented a 50% growth in profitability for the organization. Operational Finance oversight created a 22.5% improvement in profitability due to implemented strategic initiatives (turnaround plans).
  • Pediatrix: Led growth initiatives that accomplished annual growth, via acquisitions & expansion, of 25%.

Organizations And Service

  • American College of Healthcare Executives - Member
  • University of Notre Dame Alumni Association - Club of Phoenix Board Member & Treasurer
  • Big Brothers/Big Sisters - Child Sponsor (Big Brother)
  • Robinson Community Learning Center - Recreational Sports Coordinator & Tutor
  • United Way Volunteer
  • Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) - Alumnus/Member

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

Advantia Health
04.2024 - Current

Chief Executive Officer

Women's Health Arizona
08.2021 - 05.2024

Regional Operations Executive (Market COO)

Panoramic Health
01.2020 - 08.2021

Vice-President of Business Development (M&A) & Operational Finance

HOPCo
01.2018 - 01.2020

Mountain Region Operations Manager (Interim Director of Operations in 2017)

Pediatrix Medical Group
05.2013 - 01.2018

Sr. Financial/Operations Analys

Pediatrix Medical Group
06.2010 - 05.2013

MBA - Finance & Marketing

University of Arizona

BBA - Finance

University of Notre Dame