Chief Executive Officer

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO manages and directs all activities of the hospital & clinics to carry out its mission, vision, plans, & standards. Plans and generates policies for various hospital activities and performs related administrative and supervisory duties to ensure the efficient operation of the hospital. Promotes favorable public relations; negotiates for improvement of hospital buildings and equipment. Master's degree in healthcare administration. Minimum 3-5 years of prior executive level healthcare management or senior leadership experience in a Critical Access Hospital or hospital setting preferred.

Leadership and Managerial Qualities

• Functions as an effective member of a work group, gaining the respect and cooperation of others.
• Provides effective leadership and direction to staff.
• Creates an environment of approachability between CEO and staff.
• Performs functions within the scope of responsibility and refers unrelated matters appropriately.
• Maintains a work style which is open to constructive suggestions.
• Demonstrates the leadership, initiative, and persistence needed to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Assigns tasks to personnel capable of completion.
• Shows a willingness to try new approaches or methods.
• Creates a feeling of unity and enthusiasm among those in contact with him/her.
• Evaluates programs, practices, policies, procedures, and personnel effectively.
• Analyzes situations to determine basic problems, rather than symptoms, and to develop realistic alternative solutions.
• Communicates appropriately matters of importance to staff.

Strategy Development

• Establishes clear vision and direction for the organization.
• Creates an organizational culture needed to carry out the mission, strategic directions, and organizational goals.
• Develops with the board of trustees, goals and objectives consistent with Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics’ strategic plan.
• Uses creative, innovative problem-solving strategies for adapting to uncertainties and complexities.
• Monitors current budget and operational data to assure continued success of the organization.

Judgment and Sensitivity

• Affirms the unique contributions of all persons recognizing their diverse backgrounds and varying needs in the workplace.
• Challenges, motivates, evaluates, and rewards employees and managers toward the achievement of goals and objectives.
• Values people and shows genuine concern for their well-being.
• Makes sound and timely decisions.
• Handles problems in a professional manner.

Operational Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of hospital and clinic management and operations.
• Is a prudent steward of physical and financial resources in month-to-month operations.
• Assures that personnel, facilities and equipment are suitable for the institution’s immediate and long-range goals.
• Assures the hospital is in accordance with applicable standards, codes, laws, and regulations.
• Anticipates trends and opportunities affecting hospital operations and develops an appropriate and timely response.

Board Relations

• Works closely with the board of trustees.
• Communicates well with the board of trustees, providing appropriate information at and between meetings.
• Works with the board of trustees to create an optimal governance environment.
• Assesses the hospital financial condition, providing complete reports to the board of trustees on a monthly basis.
• Apprises the results of programs and services and reports findings on a regular basis to the board of trustees.
• Develops long-range investment strategies for board approval.
• Creates a sense of trustworthiness in board/CEO relations.
• Assists with the appointment, orientation and coordination of new members of the board of trustees.

Medical Staff Relations

• Has good rapport with the medical staff.
• Communicates with and works closely with the medical staff members on matters of mutual concern.
• Establishes and implements with the medical staff an effective credentialing process. Assures board involvement and approval.
• Assists when appropriate with the development and revision of staff bylaws and related policies and control systems.
• Assists in determining community health care needs and in conjunction with the medical staff assumes leadership role in physician recruitment.
• Is an effective liaison between the board and medical staff.

Community Relations and Political Effectiveness

• Develops programs promoting a positive image of Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics, and creates awareness of available services to the public.
• Represents the hospital in community activities.
• Works closely with community leaders in determining local health care needs.
• Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the hospital.
• Has the respect of his peers in local and state health care organizations.
• Is willing to listen to diverse views.
• Maintains an active advocacy role in promoting the needs of the institution and its mission.
• Effectively communicates activities of the hospital to the residents of the hospital service area.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person