Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Landmark Hospitals

$160K — $200K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive management experience; 10+ years in senior healthcare leadership is preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in operating Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals (LTACH) and/or Acute Rehabilitation Units.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurer processes.
  • Demonstrated financial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Set strategy and ensure accountability for hospital operations adhering to Landmark Hospitals' policies.
  • Oversee financial performance including collections, expenditures, and cash flow.
  • Ensure facility safety, compliance, and adequate risk management insurance.
  • Cultivate and enhance referral relationships with partner hospitals to boost admissions.
  • Recruit, develop, and engage a high-performing healthcare team focused on patient care.
  • Maintain strategic relationships with hospital staff, corporate leadership, and the community.
  • Act as the liaison between the Board of Directors and Medical Staff.

Benefits

  • Autonomy in shaping hospital strategy and hands-on operational involvement.
  • Opportunity to lead a well-regarded facility transitioning from good to great.
  • Support from corporate leadership and established operational frameworks.
  • Potential for impactful community engagement and relationship building.
  • Access to a network of hospitals for referrals and partnerships.
Full Job Description
Chief Executive Officer - Landmark Hospitals of Joplin

Location: Joplin, MO | Facility Type: 30-Bed Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) and Acute Rehab Unit (ARU)

Landmark Hospitals of Joplin is seeking an experienced post-acute Chief Executive Officer to lead our facility into its next chapter. This is a rare opportunity to take a smoothly operating, well-regarded LTACH from good to GREAT - with the autonomy to shape strategy and the hands-on involvement to execute it.

As CEO, you'll own regulatory compliance, patient and employee satisfaction, and the organization's financial and operational success, while caring for some of the most medically complex patients in the region.

What You'll Do
  • Set strategy and drive accountability for hospital operations in line with Landmark Hospitals' policies and standards
  • Own financial performance - overseeing collections, expenditures, and cash flow optimization
  • Ensure the facility is safe, sound, and appropriately insured against risk
  • Build upon strong referral relationships with partner and host hospitals to grow admissions and community synergy
  • Recruit, develop, and engage a team focused on delivering excellent patient care
  • Maintain key relationships across the hospital, corporate leadership, and the broader community
  • Serve as the liaison between the Board of Directors and Medical Staff, supporting medico-administrative needs
  • Represent the hospital in relationships with other healthcare organizations and the community at large

What You Bring

CEO Core competencies:
  • Strategic vision paired with strong execution and problem-solving skills
  • Working knowledge of hospital operations, the healthcare industry, and market trends
  • Fluency in Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurer compliance and reimbursement
  • Financial analysis and an entrepreneurial mindset
  • Executive presence, with experience partnering with C-suite hospital leaders (CFO, CMO, COO, etc.)
  • Strong networking, negotiation, and communication skills with all levels of staff

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred
  • Clinical background a plus
  • 5+ years of progressive management experience (10+ years of senior healthcare leadership preferred)
  • 3+ years of experience operating a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) and/or Acute Rehabilitation Units

Ready to Lead?

If you're a hands-on leader ready to make your mark on a thriving hospital and community, we want to hear from you.

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