Director Integrated Assurance & Audit Quality in Fort Wayne, Indiana at Parkview Health

The Director Integrated Assurance & Audit Quality is responsible for shaping and advancing Parkview Health’s enterprise-wide integrated assurance and internal audit quality programs.

Leads the alignment and optimization of assurance activities across internal and external assurance providers, enhancing transparency, reducing duplication, and strengthening enterprise risk coverage. In parallel, provides oversight of the Internal Audit Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP), ensuring conformance with professional standards, consistent execution, and the delivery of high-quality, insight-driven results that support executive decision-making and governance oversight.

Leads the hiring, development, and oversight of Parkview Health’s Internal Audit team, including the management of contracted co-source resources. Provides day-to-day guidance to ensure consistent execution of audit activities.

Directs the planning, execution, and coordination of enterprise-wide assurance and advisory activities in alignment with the priorities established by the VP Internal Audit (CAE). This leader is expected to operate with a high degree of strategic influence, organizational awareness, and executive presence, building trusted relationships, driving innovation, and elevating the maturity of both assurance coordination and audit quality across the enterprise.

Education: Bachelor's degree required. Graduate degree preferred.

Licensure/Certification: CIA, CRMA, CHIAP, or related certification required. Advanced certifications or credentials aligned to audit quality, risk, or governance are preferred.

Experience; Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare Internal Audit, Assurance, Risk, or related disciplines, with demonstrated success operating at a senior or executive level. Demonstrated experience: leading large-scale, risk-based assurance programs in complex organizations; establishing and leading programs and practices aligned to IIA Standards; influencing executive leadership with strategic insights; driving transformation initiatives (methodology, technology, analytics, delivery models); and leading high-performing teams in matrixed, cross-functional environments. Healthcare experience in Internal Audit, Compliance, or Revenue Cycle is highly preferred. Recognized leader with the ability to shape strategy and influence organizational direction. Strong executive presence with exceptional communication and board-level presentation skills. Deep understanding of governance, internal controls, assurance frameworks, and regulatory environments. Proven ability to translate complex risk and assurance concepts into clear, actionable insights. Demonstrated success building enterprise relationships and leading through influence. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making capabilities. High degree of professional judgment, integrity, and accountability.