Ceo – Behavioral Health Hospital

Overview

• Lead the strategic direction and operational management of a behavioral health hospital.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
• Develop and implement business plans to achieve financial and operational goals.
• Foster a culture of excellence in patient care and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with medical staff and community stakeholders to enhance services.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for quality and performance.
• Oversee recruitment and retention of top talent within the organization.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration across all hospital departments.
• Ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainable growth through strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and execute strategic business plans aligned with hospital objectives.
• Manage daily operations to ensure effective patient care and fiscal performance.
• Maintain compliance with licensure, accreditation, and regulatory standards.
• Lead contract negotiations and oversee payer relationships for revenue growth.
• Recruit and retain qualified healthcare professionals to expand service offerings.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Build and maintain relationships with community and government agencies.
• Ensure readiness for regulatory surveys and continuous accreditation compliance.
• Provide leadership and coaching to the hospital's executive management team.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field; MBA/MHA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in senior leadership within healthcare.
• Proven track record in behavioral health hospital management and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of financial management and business development processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience with JACHO survey readiness and accreditation processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional integrity.