CEO

Mai Placement•Chicago, IL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

A growing community-based healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking a hands-on Chief Executive Officer to lead its operations, strengthen its culture, and guide its next phase of growth. The organization provides essential healthcare services and is working to expand its capabilities, secure additional funding opportunities, and strengthen its long-term position. The CEO will lead a complex healthcare organization while serving as a visible representative in the community. The role calls for an operationally strong, people-first leader who can build systems and accountability while preserving the organization’s personal, community-centered culture. The CEO will develop an engaged and accountable team, build community relationships, and help grow the organization’s patient base and reputation. A consistent presence in Chicago is required, with relocation preferred.

Requirements

Proven senior executive leadership experience in healthcare, ideally as a CEO, COO, or equivalent.
Strong operational and financial management capabilities.
Experience leading healthcare teams and building a healthy, high-performing organizational culture.
Ability to develop community relationships, strengthen organizational reputation, and drive patient growth.
Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, reimbursement, and organizational development.
Strategic thinker who is equally comfortable with hands-on execution.
Approachable, emotionally intelligent leadership and ability to connect with employees, patients, and community stakeholders.
Comfort working closely with a board and navigating organizational growth and change.
Maintain a strong, consistent presence in Chicago.

Nice To Haves

Experience with community health centers, FQHCs, FQHC look-alikes, or similar healthcare organizations.
Relocation to Chicago is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations, financial performance, and organizational strategy.
Lead and develop department heads, clinical leadership, and administrative teams.
Build a positive, professional, and accountable organizational culture.
Strengthen employee engagement, communication, and retention.
Drive patient growth through community outreach, partnerships, and relationship-building.
Serve as a visible representative of the organization within the Chicago community.
Strengthen the organization’s reputation, brand awareness, and community presence.
Improve operational systems, efficiency, performance metrics, and accountability.
Guide organizational readiness for future licensure, regulatory requirements, and funding opportunities.
Partner closely with the board on strategic planning, growth initiatives, and long-term development.
Balance operational and financial discipline with a strong commitment to patient care and community needs.