Chief Operating Officer

Position Overview

This position is incentive eligible. HCA Healthcare, one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services with over 180 hospitals and approximately 2,000 sites in 21 states and the United Kingdom, is seeking a Chief Operating Officer for our Research Medical Center team. Executives thrive with us as we create an environment of excellence. In this role, you will have line responsibility and authority for the administrative direction, evaluation, and coordination of hospital functions, representing the CEO when needed. You will lead teams to drive quality improvement, operational efficiency, and strategic growth while enhancing patient care and overall organizational performance. If you're looking for a leadership opportunity that delivers both personal satisfaction and professional growth, join our team and unlock your leadership potential.

Key Responsibilities

• You will function at an executive level in an active leadership role with the hospital’s governing body, medical staff leadership, senior leadership, and management team.
• You will be directly responsible for improving the hospital’s facilities in assigned areas, including construction or renovation of structures and the purchasing of new equipment.
• You will be responsible for department leaders in establishing measures of performance to increase productivity, quality improvement, cost controls, and efficient utilization of facilities.
• You will ensure the consistent and effective execution of key systems and processes that optimize the use of organizational resources.
• You will lead a team or unit dedicated to enhancing product or service quality, driving the business toward improved outcomes.
• You will create a work environment where employees are committed, take pride in their work, and demonstrate job ownership.
• You will build strategic alliances and partnerships within the organization to collaboratively execute business strategies.
• You will foster an environment where products and processes are designed with customer satisfaction in mind, incorporating customer perspectives into business activities.
• You will contribute to the development of the organization’s strategic goals and objectives and support overall management efforts.
• You will promote consistent, positive patient interactions that uphold the agenda of unparalleled patient service.
• You will perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required.
• Experience Required: 3+ years of experience in progressive acute care management and executive-level leadership, either as a COO or through a COO development program, are required.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low or no cost copays, including prescription drugs, behavioral health, telemedicine services, and AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, and pet insurance.
• Free counseling services and resources supporting emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness programs, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance including tuition support, student loan programs, certification support, and dependent scholarships.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program offering paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free employee-only coverage to eligible full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.