Assistant Chief Executive Officer (ACEO) - Lufkin, TX

Community Health Systems•Lufkin, TX

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About The Position

Woodland Heights Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 149-bed facility offering inpatient and outpatient services. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We're more than 200 healthcare professionals strong. We are a Joint Commission accredited facility and have received awards for cardiology, pulmonology, neurology and orthopedic surgery. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home. Our Values Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence Service Our Vision To be recognized as the preferred healthcare provider and employer of choice in East Texas. Our Mission To be the leader in service excellence and quality. Job Summary The Assistant Chief Executive Officer (ACEO) is a key member of the hospital's senior leadership team and participates in operational and strategic decision-making processes that drive the hospital's mission, performance, and growth. The ACEO supports the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in overseeing hospital operations, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. This role may include leadership over ancillary departments, coordination of operational projects, and participation in initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and financial sustainability. The position serves as part of the leadership development program and will require future relocation to prepare for advancement within the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field required
Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Healthcare Administration (MHA, or related field required
5-7 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience, with 4-5 years with in operations or executive-level management
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience overseeing multiple hospital departments or service lines preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the CEO in developing, implementing, and executing hospital-wide strategic goals, initiatives, and performance objectives.
Serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO on hospital operations, business strategy, financial performance, and compliance matters.
Oversees day-to-day operational activities of assigned departments, ensuring efficient, high-quality, and patient-centered service delivery.
Collaborates with executive and department leadership to align operational priorities with organizational strategy and mission.
Participates in hospital financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation processes to support fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency.
Reviews and analyzes financial and operational data to identify cost-saving opportunities and performance improvement initiatives.
Partners with the CFO and finance team to monitor financial performance and optimize the hospital’s overall financial health.
Coordinates and leads operational improvement and service line development projects as directed by the CEO.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources.
Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies.
May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
May work in a staff role, when required.
Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.