Chief Operating Officer

Healthactions P A•Jackson, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthActions Physical Therapy, a company that values Passionate Professionals, Servant Leaders and Continual Learners, is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Chief Operating Officer to lead operations across our 10 outpatient clinics and help guide our next phase of growth. This executive leader will champion HealthActions’ vision of delivering exceptional patient care, strengthening our communities, and creating an environment where employees are supported, valued, and empowered to succeed. The COO will positively impact the organization by developing high-performing, well-trained teams, strengthening leadership, optimizing systems, promoting accountability, and ensuring operational excellence across all locations. This opportunity is ideal for a strategic, people-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and is passionate about building a strong culture, creating meaningful opportunities for staff, and positioning HealthActions for sustainable long-term success.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (PT), or a Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
Minimum of 7 to 10 years of healthcare executive leadership experience, with specific multi-site outpatient clinic management background.
Deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in rural healthcare delivery and staffing.
Strong ability to lead diverse teams, communicate clearly, and build a positive workplace culture.
Proven track record in financial budgeting, healthcare compliance, and operational scaling.
Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability, individually and team.
Growth-minded leader who thrives on expansion and innovation.
Data-driven decision-maker with a strong operational and marketing mindset.
Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care through strong teams and systems.

Responsibilities

Direct daily operations across all 10 rural locations to ensure smooth workflows, high patient satisfaction, and efficient resource sharing.
Manage the organizational budget, control expenses, improve revenue cycle management, and achieve regional profit goals.
Mentor clinic directors, support staff, and physical therapists, overseeing hiring, retention, and performance management for 130 team members.
Identify expansion opportunities within rural markets, develop local community partnerships, and launch new service lines.
Ensure all clinics follow state and federal healthcare regulations, HIPAA standards, and high-quality patient care guidelines.