Centre Head

JobItUs; Palakkad; On-site; INR 4,50,000 - 6,75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Palakkad, Kerala is seeking a Centre Head with a minimum of 15 years of experience in the healthcare sector. The role involves overall management of hospital operations, supervision of clinical and non-clinical teams, and ensuring high-quality patient care delivery. Ideal candidates are those currently in similar roles, comfortable with both operational and strategic responsibilities. This position offers a competitive salary of up to ₹1.5 Lacs per month based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the hospital/healthcare sector (mandatory).
• Candidates currently working as Centre Head / Hospital Administrator / Unit Head / Operations Head.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of hospital operations, administration, and day-to-day functioning.
• Leadership and supervision of clinical, non-clinical, and support teams.
• Ensuring smooth coordination between departments to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Monitoring hospital performance, occupancy, revenue, and cost control.
• Implementing and maintaining hospital policies, SOPs, and regulatory compliance.
• Overseeing HR functions including staffing, training, and performance management.
• Managing vendor relationships, procurement, and facility management.
• Ensuring adherence to quality standards, patient safety, and accreditation requirements.
• Driving process improvements, efficiency, and growth initiatives.

Skills

Hospital operations and administration

Leadership and people management

Decision-making skills

Multi-department coordination

Communication and stakeholder management

Performance monitoring

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Any Graduation (MBA / MHA preferred)

Job description

Hiring: Centre Head (Hospital Background)

Location: Palakkad, Kerala

Industry: Healthcare / Hospital Management

Eligibility Criteria

🎓 Qualification: Any Graduation (MBA / MHA preferred)

🕒 Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in the hospital/healthcare sector (mandatory)

💰 Salary: Up to ₹1.5 Lacs per month (based on experience & interview)

🗣 Interview Mode: Telephonic / Face-to-Face

Role & Responsibilities

• Overall management of hospital operations, administration, and day-to-day functioning
• Leadership and supervision of clinical, non-clinical, and support teams
• Ensuring smooth coordination between departments to deliver high-quality patient care
• Monitoring hospital performance, occupancy, revenue, and cost control
• Implementing and maintaining hospital policies, SOPs, and regulatory compliance
• Overseeing HR functions including staffing, training, performance management, and discipline
• Managing vendor relationships, procurement, and facility management
• Ensuring adherence to quality standards, patient safety, and accreditation requirements
• Acting as a key point of contact between management, doctors, staff, and external stakeholders
• Driving process improvements, efficiency, and growth initiatives

Key Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of hospital operations and administration
• Excellent leadership, people management, and decision-making skills
• Ability to handle multi-department coordination
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in performance monitoring and operational excellence
• Problem-solving mindset with a results-oriented approach

Who Should Apply

• Candidates currently working as Centre Head / Hospital Administrator / Unit Head / Operations Head
• Professionals with long-term hospital exposure and leadership experience
• Candidates comfortable managing both operational and strategic responsibilities