What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Operations Director position at Appalachian Regional Healthcare?
Job Description:
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our hospital. Reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), this leader is responsible for overseeing various departments and functions, driving performance excellence across all domains of the 'Triple Aim' framework: patient safety and quality, service engagement, and financial effectiveness.
The COO must possess exceptional leadership skills, ability to inspire and motivate teams, and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within the hospital. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential in building and maintaining relationships with medical staff, employees, patients, and community stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of strategic planning, problem-solving, and adaptability in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
Responsibilities:
This position requires a strong educational foundation, preferably a master's degree in Hospital Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, along with a minimum of three to five years of experience in senior-level roles within a healthcare facility.
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our hospital. Reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), this leader is responsible for overseeing various departments and functions, driving performance excellence across all domains of the 'Triple Aim' framework: patient safety and quality, service engagement, and financial effectiveness.
The COO must possess exceptional leadership skills, ability to inspire and motivate teams, and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within the hospital. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential in building and maintaining relationships with medical staff, employees, patients, and community stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of strategic planning, problem-solving, and adaptability in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
Responsibilities:
- • Developing and implementing impactful strategies to achieve established performance objectives
• Ensuring safe and efficient clinical practices that produce predictable patient outcomes
• Fostering meaningful relationships with medical staff and other providers
• Participating in strategic planning endeavors to sustainably improve the hospital's role and relevance within the communities it serves
This position requires a strong educational foundation, preferably a master's degree in Hospital Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, along with a minimum of three to five years of experience in senior-level roles within a healthcare facility.
