Chief Executive Officer

About the role

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Great Falls Clinic Hospital leads the strategic and operational excellence of the Hospital/Market. Reporting to the Surgery Partners COO/SVP, the CEO collaborates with lead physicians to drive physician recruitment, service line development, and market growth.

Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities

• Team Leadership – Oversee operational leaders of the Practice, the Hospital, and functional leaders in Finance, Business Development, etc. Build a culture of teamwork and performance, and develop professional growth for the team.

• Market Growth – Develop and execute the strategic plan for regional expansion, including physician recruitment, on-the-ground marketing, and business development.

• Operational Excellence – Ensure all parts of the organization operate efficiently, lead company-wide operational excellence initiatives, and identify and drive operational opportunities across the market.

• Board and Management Company Administration and Support – Support the operations and administration of the Board of Directors and Surgery Partners, maintaining open and effective communication.

• Medical Staff Partner and Liaison – Partner with physician leadership, facilitate relationships, recognize the importance of the medical staff, and engage them accordingly.

• Strategic Planning and Execution – Stay current with industry and market conditions, develop short-term and long-term strategic plans, and collaborate with physician leadership and Surgery Partners.

• Financial Management – Recommend yearly budgets for Board and Management Company approval, ensure prudent management of resources, and optimize revenue cycle, billing, and collections.

• Community and Partner Relations – Manage health system partnerships, present the organization's mission, programs, and essential services in a positive light, and ensure collaborative and fair partnerships.

• Human Resources Management – Organize functions of the organization through appropriate delegation, ensure effective management of human resources, and complete annual evaluations for direct reports.

• Facilities Management – Oversee preservation of capital investments, manage construction and facility rehabilitation activities, and ensure disaster and emergency preparedness.

• Compliance – Ensure the organization complies with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

• Delivery of Healthcare Services – Have overall responsibility for promoting, delivering, managing risk, and ensuring quality of healthcare programs and services provided to the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree strongly preferred (e.g., Healthcare Administration, Business Administration).
• Minimum of eight (8) years of directly related experience with healthcare facilities and/or Group Practice of similar size and structure.
• Experience partnering with physicians and/or leading physician-led platforms.
• Experience developing and motivating staff, and understanding of human resources management and employment law.
• Financial acumen, computer proficiency, and data analysis experience.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans and overseeing large budgets.
• Proven ability to create effective working relationships with physicians, staff, Board members, health system partners, and the community.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and complex organizational management skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility and the ability to address and shift priorities, meet deadlines, and work in a stressful environment.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, and the ability to speak to large and diverse groups.
• Experience with orthopedics preferred.
• Must present a professional appearance, providing a positive image of the organization to the public.
• Regular in-person attendance in market and the ability to work long hours is required.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning patient personal, financial, and medical information.

About Us

In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice. We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence-based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment, and innovation/technology.

About Great Falls

Great Falls offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including skiing, fly fishing, hiking, and biking. It also has a local ski hill, international airport with daily direct flights, and proximity to Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park. The cost of living is below the national average, and the average commute is under 12 minutes. With over 300 days of sunshine, Great Falls is known for its beautiful weather and outdoor activities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.