Presbyterian Healthcare Services(PHS), based in Albuquerque, NM, seeks a strategic and collaborative executive to serve as their next Vice President of Compliance. This is a unique opportunity at one of the most respected healthcare institutions in the U.S.
Reporting to the General Counsel, the Vice President of Compliance provides executive leadership for the compliance function across PHS’ integrated delivery system and Presbyterian Health Plan. The role sets the strategic vision for compliance, ensures adherence to complex healthcare regulations, and promotes a strong culture of ethical conduct across a highly regulated organization. The Vice President of Compliance leads enterprise‑wide compliance strategy, policies, audits, investigations, training, and regulatory response efforts. Working closely with executive leadership, the Board, and key business partners, the role manages compliance risk, privacy and data governance, and regulatory readiness across the delivery system and health plan. As Chair of the Ethical Business Practices Committee, the VP oversees high‑risk areas including data governance and sharing, AI governance, billing and provider‑based compliance, and 340B programs, and leads conflict‑of‑interest processes, investigations, corrective actions, and support for privacy and breach notification requirements.
Founded in New Mexico in 1908, Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, nonprofit delivery system that includes nine hospitals (three of which are critical access hospitals), a multi-specialty medical group with more than 900 providers, ambulance services, home health, and hospice operations. As part of an integrated healthcare system, PHS offers patients throughout New Mexico access to dedicated primary care providers, as well as highly specialized care, including cancer care, heart and vascular care, and behavioral health. The Presbyterian Health Plan is a for-profit entity offering Managed Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, Commercial, and Dual Special Needs plans and is subject to frequent and rigorous regulatory oversight.
The successful candidate will bring a forward‑thinking compliance vision that moves beyond transactional oversight, positioning compliance as a strategic partner that builds trust and drives organizational results. Grounded in a strong ethical compass and commitment to patient well‑being, the Vice President of Compliance will exemplify servant leadership through collaboration, partnership, and engagement to deliver lasting impact. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree or Juris Doctor, with compliance and privacy certification, and possess deep expertise in healthcare compliance and regulation. They will be a trusted, collaborative executive with the judgment and presence to lead complex, enterprise‑wide initiatives in a highly regulated environment.
WittKieffer is assisting PHS this search. Applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. For fullest consideration, candidates should provide, as two separate documents, a résumé/CV and a letter of interest that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the Leadership Profile. Applications should be submitted via email to WittKieffer consultants Werner Boel and Roxana Woudstra at: [email protected]
Presbyterian Healthcare Services complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex including sex characteristics, including intersex traits; pregnancy or related conditions; sexual orientation; gender identity, and sex stereotypes. Presbyterian Healthcare Services does not exclude people or treat them less favorably because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.