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JOSHUA C. SMITH

Dayton,OH
JOSHUA C.  SMITH

Summary

Healthcare Executive with over a decade of orthopedic experience, recognized for driving productivity and delivering projects aligned with strategic goals. Expertise in strategic planning, project management, operations, and stakeholder engagement within organizations generating $5 million to $50 million in annual revenue. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and problem-solving abilities, while fostering a strong company culture. Completing an MBA in Organizational Leadership in 2025 to further enhance capabilities.

Overview

21
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Orthopedic Associates of SW Ohio
Dayton, OH

VP of Strategic Initiatives and Physician Relation
04.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed the execution of projects from inception through completion within budget constraints.
  • Developed and revised ancillary service lines, generating increased shareholder revenue.
  • Worked with counsel and the CEO to develop and implement a new governance structure.
  • Oversaw the development of a new PSA arrangements for orthopedic services.
  • Coordinated strategic discussions with five hospital systems in and around Greater Dayton.
  • Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited shareholders.
  • Reviewed current systems and processes regularly for potential improvements or upgrades.

Springfield Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute
Springfield, OH

Practice Administrator
03.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Consulted with investors to develop business strategy and implement strategic initiatives for 5 million dollar organization
  • Was responsible for provider recruitment which included addition of spine services to the group
  • Served as practice liaison to outside organizations and served as a local hospital orthopaedic service line consultant
  • Renegotiated payor contracts to improve practice revenue
  • Negotiated multiple agreements with local hospital entities which included Gain-sharing, Income Guarantees, and Co-Management arrangements collectively exceeding 2 million dollars in revenue.
  • Coordinated financial operations, budgeting, accounting, expenses and financial reporting tasks

Group Management Services
Columbus, OH

Sales Associate
10.2012 - 05.2013

Job overview

  • Worked for Group Management Services, the largest Ohio based Professional Employer Organization (PEO)
  • Worked with business owners to reduce overall operating costs and cut expenses
  • Assisted Ohio based companies in evaluating Human Resources, Payroll, Risk Management and Benefits
  • Met with Business Owners and evaluated prospective companies regarding client services
  • Created client leads by placing outgoing calls to area businesses and communicated with clients to generate local business referrals
  • Reviewed prospect findings and created proposals based on company evaluation

Springfield Gastroenterology
Springfield, OH

Practice Manager
02.2010 - 10.2012

Job overview

  • Managed single physician office for busy gastroenterology practice
  • Responsibilities include payroll, scheduling, daily management, record keeping, hiring, employee development and billing management
  • Was brought in by a consulting agency to get the practice back on track
  • Restructured the billing department and worked closely with personnel to improve practice revenue
  • Brought days in A/R down and helped set-up billing for a physician owned ASC
  • Successfully hired and developed new personal to strengthen practice and patient relations
  • Conducted marketing endeavor to expand practice and patient base
  • Created employee handbook and was responsible for structuring an office policy manual
  • Reviewed and negotiated Provider Contracts

Mercy Surgery Center, Springfield Regional Outpatient Center
Springfield, OH

Materials Manager
04.2009 - 02.2010

Job overview

  • Arranged for transfer of materials to meet surgery schedules
  • Managed equipment, inventory, purchasing, and contracts for the facility
  • Interfaced with Department Managers to ensure accurate recording of material purchases in the financial accounting and inventory systems
  • Managed and negotiated contractual agreements
  • Facilitated transfer of remaining contracts to new ownership group, negotiated the elimination of termination penalties, and assisted with the evaluation and sale of ASC assets and assets

Chalmers P. Wylie Medical Center
Columbus, OH

Supply Technician
05.2008 - 04.2009

United Parcel Service
Columbus, OH

New-Hire Orientation Facilitator/Trainer
01.2004 - 01.2007

Education

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH

MBA from Organizational Leadership
01.2023 - Current

Capital University
Columbus, OH

Bachelor of Science from Political Science And Government
04.2009

Skills

  • Policy and Procedure Development
  • Workflow Management
  • Financial Operations Oversight
  • Operating Plans Development
  • Interdepartmental Functions Coordination
  • Process Implementation
  • Policy and Program Development
  • Employee Training Program
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Data Analysis
  • Budget Development
  • Physician Recruitment
  • Managing Medical Practices
  • Strategic Business Planning

Affiliations

  • New and Young Executive Committee Committee Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Executives (AAOE) 2022-2023, 2023-2024
  • Membership Committee, Ohio State Medical Association, 2023-2024
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Executives (AAOE) 2016 - Present
  • Professional Association of Health Care Office Management (PAHCOM) 2016 - Present
  • Ohio State Medical Association (OSMA) 2016 - Present

Timeline

VP of Strategic Initiatives and Physician Relation

Orthopedic Associates of SW Ohio
04.2024 - Current

Youngstown State University

MBA from Organizational Leadership
01.2023 - Current

Practice Administrator

Springfield Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute
03.2015 - Current

Sales Associate

Group Management Services
10.2012 - 05.2013

Practice Manager

Springfield Gastroenterology
02.2010 - 10.2012

Materials Manager

Mercy Surgery Center, Springfield Regional Outpatient Center
04.2009 - 02.2010

Supply Technician

Chalmers P. Wylie Medical Center
05.2008 - 04.2009

New-Hire Orientation Facilitator/Trainer

United Parcel Service
01.2004 - 01.2007

Capital University

Bachelor of Science from Political Science And Government
JOSHUA C. SMITH