Chief Operating Officer (COO) - SSC Sarasota

CHS Career Site

32d•Remote

About The Position

The Chief Operating Officer (COO), Shared Service Center (SSC) Sarasota, FL provides executive leadership to ensure operational efficiency, financial performance, and growth. This role is focused on the newly centralized Pre-Arrival Unit. The COO drives strategic initiatives, manages operational departments, and implements processes to achieve the mission and core values of the SSC. This role is responsible for establishing operational controls, reporting procedures, and people systems that align with the organization's objectives. As the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Community Health Systems (CHS) - Shared Service Center (SSC) Sarasota, FL, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our purpose to help people get well and live healthier by providing safe, quality healthcare, building enduring relationships with our patients, and providing value for the people and communities we serve. Our team members enjoy a robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurances, 401k, and a variety of other elective options This is a fully remote opportunity. Some travel will be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, or a related field required
More than 10 years of experience in operations management, with at least five (5) years in a senior leadership role required
8-10 years Prior experience in a shared services environment preferred
Patient Access / Pre-Arrival Unit (PAU) experience, including oversight of scheduling and insurance verification for at least 2 years strongly preferred
Strong understanding of shared services operations, healthcare regulations, and performance improvement methodologies.
Proven strategic planning, project management, and analytical skills, with a focus on operational efficiency and growth.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence internal teams and external stakeholders.
Proficiency in operational management software, data analysis tools, and Google Suite.
Strong financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and optimizing resource utilization.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Health Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), or a related field preferred
Ideal candidate has COO experience from a 150+ bed hospital with a PAU under their purview.

Responsibilities

Provides day-to-day leadership and management of operational departments, ensuring alignment with the SSC's mission, values, and strategic goals. This includes direct leadership over the Centralized Pre-Arrival Unit.
Drives the SSC to meet and exceed key performance indicators (KPIs), such as operational metrics, Net Revenue, Denials Rate, EBITDA, and Positive Cash Flow.
Develops, implements, and monitors operational infrastructure, including systems, processes, and personnel, to accommodate growth objectives and maintain high service standards.
Ensures the measurement and effectiveness of internal and external processes, providing timely, accurate, and comprehensive reports on the SSC’s operational performance.
Leads the development, communication, and execution of growth strategies, fostering a results-oriented and accountable environment within the SSC.
Collaborates with the management team to establish plans for operational infrastructure, ensuring continuous improvement in efficiency and effectiveness.
Motivates, mentors, and leads a high-performing management team, focusing on attracting, recruiting, and retaining talent to support career development and succession planning.
Acts as a key liaison between the SSC, other corporate functions, and external partners to enhance collaboration, service delivery, and operational outcomes. Requires ability to engage in high-level, fast-paced dialogue with hospital C-suite members.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.