Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Lifepoint Health•Howard, WI

About The Position

Hospital Sisters Health System Rehabilitation Hospital will be operated jointed between Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, an operating division of Lifepoint Health. At Lifepoint Health, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As the Chief Executive Officer joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Hospital Sisters Health System Rehabilitation Hospital – a 40-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility – will be located on Taylor Street, near I-41, in Howard, WI. The hospital is expected to open to patients Fall of 2026. Upon completion, this new location will join Lifepoint Rehabilitation’s network of more than 45 inpatient rehabilitation facilities nationwide.

Requirements

5 years of successful healthcare management experience preferably as hospital/healthcare facility CEO/COO
Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s degree preferred; preferred degree in Business, Healthcare Operations/Management or a clinical discipline
Passion for superior clinical outcomes/programs, superior patient satisfaction and partner relationships required

Nice To Haves

Rehabilitation hospital experience preferred
Med-Surge hospitals and systems (for profit and non-profit) knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership within the organization, including advice, guidance, direction and authorization to achieve the clinical and financial goals and objectives of the organization
Design, develop and implement a strategic plan that focuses on clinical excellence, financial performance and market and business development in collaboration with the Board of Managers and manages and directs the organization toward the goals of the plan
Create and maintain proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures and systems to meet and exceed the clinical and financial goals of the organization included in the strategic plan
Oversee the adequacy and soundness of the organization’s financial structure, including reviews of operating results of the organization, comparing them to established objectives and taking steps to ensure appropriate measures are taken to correct unsatisfactory results
Motivate and lead a high-performance management team; attract and recruit and retain required members of the team, including physicians, not currently in place and providing mentoring as needed
Ensures adequate provision of services through referral, consultation or contractual agreement and negotiations, enter into, administers and modifies and/or terminates contracts (including contracts with Practitioners for the rendering of services at or to the Hospital) for the Hospital as may be necessary, subject to the rights of the Board of Managers
Ensure that all activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regulation, Joint Commission standards, CARF and other rehab specialty accreditations, the Hospital Compliance Plan and all laws governing healthcare operations
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

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