Chief Executive Officer - Cibola General Hospital

JOB SUMMARY

At the direction and control of the hospital's governing board, the CEO will provide administrative oversight to all business, administrative and executive functions of the hospital, consistent with and subject to the policies, procedures and objectives of the hospital's governing board and subject at all times to the governing board's ultimate authority and approval.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develops, with the assistance from appropriate hospital personnel and governing board members, short and long range administrative and organization plans to define responsibilities and business activities consistent with hospital goals and objectives.
2. Develops, with the assistance from appropriate hospital personnel and governing board members, an annual administrative plan, and a financial plan for the hospital, subject to the authority and control of the hospital's governing board.
3. Oversees various department heads.
4. Assists the governing board and hospital's legal counsel in negotiation of professional service contracts. All such contracts at all times being subject to final review and approval by the hospital's governing board.
5. Approves performance appraisals and wage modifications, reviews and resolves employee grievances and make suggestions as appropriate.
6. Maintains administrative responsibility for physicians both inside and outside the hospital subject to the ultimate responsibility and control of the governing board.
7. Act as a liaison among the hospital's governing board any advisory boards, its medical staff and the various hospital departments. Participates in various meetings with such groups to provide pertinent information related to the hospital operations and fiscal affairs. Facilitates resolution of questions and problems relating to hospital operations.
8. Keep apprised of public policy, economic developments, and public opinions as they may pertain to the hospitals organizational goals. Participates in hospital associations and healthcare professional organizations.
9. Directs the conduct of the CFO's office and related financial operations to ensure implementation of the hospital's fiscal business plan. Reviews and approves all financial reports, budgets, and major expenditures, subject to the ultimate authority and control of the hospital's governing board.
10. Oversees the efforts of hospital personnel to maintain accreditation standards of the Joint Commission, Medicare, Medicaid, and similar organizations.
11. Coordinates the efforts of the hospital's governing board, any advisory boards, medical staff, and hospital personnel to maintain hospital's quality standards through its loss control programs as may be established at the hospital.
12. Responsible for reporting Key Events to the Compliance Hot line.
13. Participates in monthly operating review meetings and engages with Ovation Healthcare for consultative services in alignment with the services contract.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
2. BS/BA preferred in a related field or relevant experience is required.
3. Masters preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. In depth and up to date knowledge of hospital administration.
2. Knowledge of the healthcare field as well as refined managerial skills.
3. Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills
4. Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability
5. Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

1. Minimal
2. Must be willing to relocate and live within Cibola County, NM.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Conditions typically associated with an office environment. While performing the essential duties and responsibilities, the employee is required to talk and hear. May be frequently required to sit, stand, or walk. Moderate to prolonged reading, typing, and computer work. Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity that may include lifting up to 50 pounds. Subject to exposure to all environmental hazards associated with healthcare and office work.

RELATIONSHIP REPORTING

Reports to the Board of Directors

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