Jefferson Community Health & Life is looking for a Chief Executive Officer.

Residency Requirement: The new CEO will be required to live in Jefferson County.

Compensation: The successful candidate will receive an attractive and competitive compensation package that includes relocation, along with an excellent benefits package.

Position Summary:

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) serves as the senior executive leader of Jefferson Community Health & Life (JCH&L) and is responsible for the overall strategic, operational, financial, and clinical performance of the organization. The CEO provides leadership and direction for all organizational activities, ensuring the effective planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of services that support the mission, vision, values, and long-term sustainability of JCH&L.

The CEO works collaboratively with the Board of Directors, medical staff, leadership team, employees, community partners, and other stakeholders to advance organizational goals, ensure regulatory compliance, maintain financial strength, promote quality patient care, and enhance community health outcomes. The CEO is accountable for the administration and management of JCH&L, including strategic planning, organizational performance, resource allocation, workforce development, community relations, and stewardship of organizational assets.
The CEO reports directly to the Board of Directors and serves as the primary liaison between the Board and the organization, ensuring that Board policies, strategic initiatives, and organizational objectives are effectively implemented and achieved.
Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required; emphasis in Healthcare Administration preferred.
• Master's Degree in Hospital Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, Management, or related field preferred.
• Nursing Home Administrator License preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive senior leadership experience as a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), or similar executive leadership role, including experience working collaboratively with physicians and provider groups.
• Minimum of three (3) years of healthcare CEO/Administrator experience highly preferred.
• Previous healthcare experience required, preferably within a rural healthcare or Critical Access Hospital environment.

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