Chief Operating Officer (COO) Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

LifePoint Health - Johnstown, PA

Full-time - Executive

Johnstown, PA

1,001-5,000 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is responsible for the administrative direction and coordination of hospital operations. This role involves overseeing various departments, ensuring operational objectives align with the hospital's needs, and representing the CEO in their absence. The COO plays a critical role in policy implementation, budget management, and enhancing departmental performance to improve patient care and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative direction for operations of assigned departments and appraises the performance of department heads.
• Communicates routinely with the CEO regarding policy recommendations and operational efficiency.
• Implements new policies and recommends improvements for hospital facilities and equipment.
• Promotes involvement of department heads in budget preparation and educates them on forecasting and planning processes.
• Advises the CEO on budget, cost, and financial matters, encouraging performance measures and productivity improvements.
• Plans departmental activities in relation to other hospital departments for better understanding of operational challenges.
• Attends medical staff meetings and informs the CEO of proceedings, recommending actions as necessary.
• Represents the hospital in professional associations.

Requirements

• 2 years as a Chief Operating Officer at an equivalent or smaller facility, or 2 years of experience as an Officer or Assistant Administrator within the organization.
• Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), or other relevant Master's Degree.