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President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Avera St. Lukes
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SUMMARY AND GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The President and Chief Executive Officer is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and administration of all aspects of the health services activities and other corporate entities to ensure compliance with established objectives and the realization of quality, economical healthcare services and other related lines of business. Additionally, the Regional President serves to provide management advice and consultation, and direction to Administrators of the Avera Health facilities within each of the established service regions. The Regional President shall assist in the interpretation of Policies / Directives, as applicable, and the implementation of plans and programs which enhance and strengthen the health care mission of Avera Health in its entirety.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic health ministry.
- MHA/MBA/MS in hospital administration, healthcare administration, or equivalent educational experience.
- Minimum of five years of experience in the health care field, with a minimum of three years of management experience and a working knowledge of healthcare administration.
- Experience in shared service programs, strategic planning methodologies and concepts, and familiarity with the delivery of health services in rural areas.
- Possesses qualities of honesty, integrity, a sense of justice, and sound moral character.
- Willingness to travel.
ABILITIES:
- Strong interpersonal skills necessary.
- Good writing skills beneficial.
- Adept at communicating with individuals of all ages.
- Must be able to comprehend hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Participate with the governing board in charting the course the health system is to take in response to the developing needs of the community.
- Receive input, inform, and provide recommendations to the Sponsors and Avera Health.
- Recommend and update long-range plans supporting the organization’s philosophy and general objectives.
- Recommend organizational policy positions regarding legislation and public policy.
- Inform and advise trustees regarding current trends, problems, and activities in healthcare.
- Respond to the community’s need for quality health services by monitoring the adequacy of the health system’s medical activities.
- Consult with relevant personnel and departments prior to recommending/establishing new policies.
- Coordinate efforts of medical staff, board, and administrative staff in the recruitment and retention of medical staff.
- Ensure the provision of affordable healthcare services.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies governing healthcare delivery.
- Encourage the integration of the health services with the community.
- Direct and supervise all health system activities through appropriate leadership.
- Serve as a liaison and channel of communication between the board and medical/dental staff.
- Represent the health system in its relationships with other health agencies and organizations.
- Maintain professional affiliations and enhance professional growth to keep abreast of trends in healthcare administration.
- Promote and support Avera Health programs and services.
- Provide management oversight and direction to facilities/programs of Avera Health in their designated region.
- Attend meetings of the Boards of Trustees of managed hospitals.
- Provide advice and consultation to facility Administrators.
- Develop and implement programs that provide healthcare services to the community.
- Establish and maintain contacts with physicians and Administrators of other healthcare facilities.
- Provide leadership in implementing Avera Health strategic goals within the region.
- Participate in discussions with other healthcare facilities regarding contract management agreements.
- Maintain a current assessment on healthcare delivery within their service region.
- Evaluate services that can be coordinated within the area.
- Submit reports as requested by the Avera Health President / CEO and/or COO.
- Perform other duties as designated by the Avera Health President / CEO and/or COO.
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