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CEO of Psychiatric Hospital

NHC and Affiliates
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/23/2026

CEO Position for Center for Behavioral Medicine Knoxville

Full-Time – CEO

We are seeking an experienced Leader with behavioral health experience that has managed previous facilities and possesses solid operational experience. Clinical experience is a plus. The candidate should have 2-3 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree or higher in business, social/behavioral science or healthcare.  

The CEO is responsible for the overall functioning of the program and hospital. S/he is responsible for the development and implementation of a quality treatment program, compliance to all standards of operation by regulatory agencies, management of the facility and related equipment, the budget, the development of a comprehensive community relations and education program, daily employee relations and retention, and the supervision of the program staff including medical providers and their compliance to expected competencies. The CEO shall be accountable for the fulfillment of all agreements between the Hospital and any other Program/Service Providers, including Host Facility, as well as the financial viability of the Hospital. The CEO will prepare and present reports to the Hospital Board of Directors.  The CEO shall be responsible for the fulfillment of the mission, goals and objectives of the Program and Hospital.

Qualifications:

  • Experience as a high-level leader in a hospital, 2 - 3 years - behavioral health would be preferred.

  • Experience leading a successful accreditation survey. DNV experience highly preferred.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare or Business Administration - Ideally someone with a clinical background in Social/Behavioral Science or Nursing.

What we will provide for you:

  • Small hospital BIG opportunities
  • Earned time off 
  • Sick leave and Family Sick leave
  • Competitive benefits package, including 401K match
  • The Health and Happiness of our employees is a top priority

    Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine  is a 64-bed inpatient, free standing Adult Psychiatric hospital that specializes in treating Anxiety, Major Depression, Mood disturbances, Psychosis, and other mental health illnesses. Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine sees itself as a partner with the surrounding community as we provide psychiatric care to adult patients who require inpatient hospitalization due to illnesses related to mental health.  We are CARING IN A BETTER WAY DAY BY DAY!

    Job Details:

    • 64-bed acute inpatient setting
    • IOP/PHP oversight
    • Adult and Geriatric client population
    • Behavioral Health and Addiction Treatment
    • Acute intervention focus with short term stays
    • Joint venture/Professional partnerships between NHC, Tennova and University of Tennessee - Knoxville

    The mission of our facility is to provide quality services that consistently meet and exceed the expectations of patients, families, referral sources, payers, and partners. Inpatient services are offered for individuals 18 and older who meet inpatient criteria.

    Work Location:  
    Knoxville Center for Behavioral Health
    1240 Tennova Medical Way
    Knoxville TN 37909

    If you are passionate about improving behavior health and have a servant heart, we would love the opportunity to meet you.

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