Mississippi Sports Medicine Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

U.S. Orthopaedic Partners•Jackson, MS

26d

About The Position

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will report directly to the Regional Vice President and will serve as the senior operational leader for Mississippi Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, including all clinical practices and the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). This role is responsible for driving organizational performance through strategic leadership, operational excellence, physician partnership, and a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement. The CEO will provide executive oversight to all Directors and senior leaders across clinic operations and ASC operations, ensuring alignment of strategy, quality, financial performance, and patient experience across the enterprise. We welcome candidates who demonstrate: Results-driven and execution-focused leadership Passion for operational excellence and high-performance culture Proven ability to collaborate with, influence, and build trust with highly accomplished physician leaders Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and implement innovative solutions Exceptional critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills High emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal and communication skills Self-directed, organized, and highly accountable leadership style Willingness to be hands-on and lead from the front to drive operational improvement Commitment to patient-centered care and service excellence

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration or related field; Master’s degree preferred (MHA, MBA, or similar)
Minimum of ten (10) years of senior executive leadership experience in orthopedics or a closely related healthcare field
Minimum of five (5) years of physician practice management experience preferred
Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) operational leadership experience strongly preferred
Experience in value-based care models and managed care contracting preferred
Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-site healthcare operations
Proven analytical, financial, and operational decision-making skills
Exceptional ability to influence, collaborate, and lead across physician and executive teams
Ownership mentality with a strong results orientation
Self-motivated leader committed to continuous learning and professional growth
Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills
Strong organizational and time management abilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Provide executive leadership and operational oversight for all clinic entities and the Ambulatory Surgery Center
Directly lead and develop all Directors and senior management team members across clinical, administrative, and ASC operations
Drive talent development, succession planning, performance management, and retention strategies for leadership teams
Establish and manage productivity, quality, and financial performance metrics across the organization
Develop and manage the operating and capital budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to support growth and efficiency
Lead strategic planning initiatives to drive sustainable growth, profitability, and market expansion
Partner with physician leadership to strengthen alignment, governance, and operational decision-making
Foster collaboration and best practice sharing across clinic and ASC leadership teams
Champion patient experience initiatives and continuous quality improvement
Oversee infrastructure development and leverage technology to improve access, efficiency, and clinical outcomes
Ensure regulatory compliance, accreditation standards, and risk management across all operations
Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational excellence
Position the organization as the employer and healthcare partner of choice in the market
Actively participate in the Operations Leadership Team and enterprise strategy initiatives
Lead change management and performance transformation efforts