Chief Operations Executive

About the Company

A progressive behavioral healthcare organization committed to excellence in patient care.

Industry
Hospital & Health Care

Type
Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is searching for a strategic and dynamic Chief Operations Executive (COE) to enhance our multi-state behavioral healthcare operations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in healthcare operations, demonstrating a robust ability to drive operational excellence and enhance the quality of clinical care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee all operational facets across our facilities to ensure optimal functioning.
• Own and drive key performance metrics to track and improve operational performance.
• Build and refine processes to support a scalable operational model.
• Manage systems for clinical documentation and healthcare compliance to uphold standards.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team, providing guidance and training programs.
• Facilitate accountability across multiple levels of the organization.
• Play a crucial role in growth initiatives, including the integration of newly acquired facilities.
• Collaborate with marketing and admissions teams to optimize patient flow.

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 10 years of healthcare operations experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in a multi-unit healthcare or hospitality environment.
• A background in private equity-sponsored ventures with a proven track record of scaling operations.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare compliance, licensing, and accreditation requirements.
• Proficiency in process improvement and operational optimization.
• Experience managing P&L and operational budgets effectively.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

A passion for compassionate care and a sense of urgency in decision-making are essential. Travel will be required 40-50% of the time to ensure excellence in operations and team development.

Travel Requirement
Expect to travel 40-50% of the time.

Functions

• Operations
• General Management
• Strategy