Overview
The Regional CEO provides executive leadership across four hospitals within the designated region. This role ensures operational, clinical, and financial alignment while cultivating a high-performing culture across all facilities. The Regional CEO works closely with hospital CEOs, Regional CNO/COO, and the system executive team to deliver sustainable growth, patient-centered care, workforce engagement, and community impact.
Responsibilities and Duties
Strategic Leadership & Culture
- Creates an environment and culture that promotes the system's mission, vision, and values across all four hospitals.
- Aligns regional strategies with corporate objectives, including service line expansion, physician alignment, and market growth.
- Serves as the primary liaison between hospital CEOs and system leadership.
Operational Management
- Directs and supports hospital CEOs and leadership teams to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
- Standardizes policies, processes, and reporting structures across facilities to optimize consistency and quality.
- Oversees clinical and operational performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Financial Performance & Growth
- Oversees regional financial performance, budgeting, and resource allocation across all hospitals.
- Identifies opportunities for cost savings, operational efficiencies, and new revenue streams.
- Ensures financial sustainability while supporting capital projects and expansion efforts.
Clinical & Quality Excellence
- Partners with Regional CNO/COO to drive consistent clinical quality, patient safety, and patient experience outcomes.
- Implements system-wide initiatives for continuous quality improvement (CQI).
- Monitors compliance with CMS, Title 22, Joint Commission, and other regulatory agencies.
Talent & Leadership Development
- Mentors hospital CEOs and leadership teams, fostering a strong pipeline of future leaders.
- Champions employee engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion across all facilities.
- Ensures staffing strategies meet community and patient care needs.
Community & External Relations
- Represents the hospitals in the community, building strong relationships with civic leaders, government officials, and partner organizations.
- Oversees philanthropic efforts and community benefit programs within the region.
- Enhances the hospitals' reputations as trusted healthcare providers in the community.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field required.
- Minimum of 15 years progressive leadership experience in healthcare, including multi-site or system-level responsibility.
- Demonstrated success in hospital operations, financial management, and clinical quality initiatives.
- Proven ability to lead change in complex, matrixed environments.
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