Chief Executive Officer (Healthcare)

PeopleLAKE Group; Kedah; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dynamic CEO to lead a premier private healthcare facility. This role offers the opportunity to drive strategic growth and operational excellence while fostering a culture of innovation and patient-centered care. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in healthcare management, financial stewardship, and stakeholder engagement. You will be responsible for ensuring the hospital’s financial sustainability and clinical quality, while also enhancing its brand reputation through community outreach and partnerships. If you are passionate about revolutionizing healthcare delivery, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in senior leadership within private healthcare.
• Proven success in hospital operations and financial turnaround.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth and operational excellence in healthcare.
• Oversee day-to-day operations ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Financial Management

Operational Excellence

Stakeholder Management

Digital Health Solutions

Education

Master's in Healthcare Administration

Master's in Business Administration

Medical Degree

Job description

About the Client

Our client specializes in tertiary and private healthcare management, and with a comprehensive network of industry experts, they deliver world-class healthcare solutions. Whether developing new healthcare facilities or upgrading existing practices, they are ready to offer customized hospital management solutions.

About the job:

As the CEO of the Company,you will lead a premier private healthcare facility within the network, driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and a culture of innovation and patient-centered care. You will be accountable for the hospital’s financial sustainability, clinical quality, and market leadership, ensuring alignment with Healthcare’s mission to revolutionize healthcare delivery in Malaysia and the region.

Job Requirements

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Develop and execute the hospital’s strategic plan, aligning with Healthcare’s group objectives and Malaysia’s healthcare trends.
• Spearhead Centres of Excellence (e.g., Oncology, Cardiology, Orthopaedics, Women & Children’s Health) to enhance differentiation and revenue.
• Identify growth opportunities, including mergers/acquisitions and partnerships
• Collaborate with the Stakeholders on group-wide initiatives and investments.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with MOH, PHFSA, JCI/MSQH, and patient safety standards.
• Implement digital health solutions (e.g., AI diagnostics, telemedicine, EMR) to optimize workflows and patient experience.
• Drive service excellence through KPIs (bed occupancy, patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes).

Financial Stewardship

• Manage P&L, budgeting, and cost control while maintaining premium service standards.
• Develop new revenue streams (wellness programs, executive health, international patient packages).
• Monitor EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization), cash flow, and ROI on capital investments (e.g., medical equipment, facility upgrades).

Talent & Organizational Culture

• Lead a high-performance executive team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and compassion.
• Attract and retain top-tier medical specialists and administrative talent.
• Promote continuous learning and staff development aligned with hospital growth.

Stakeholder & Brand Management

• Strengthen ties with government bodies, insurers, corporate clients, and referring physicians.
• Elevate the hospital’s brand reputation through PR, community outreach, and CSR initiatives.
• Represent the hospital in industry forums and policy discussions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Master’s in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), or Medicine (MD) or relevant.
• Experience: 10+ years in senior leadership within private healthcare
• Proven success in hospital operations, financial turnaround, and service expansion.
• Exposure to medical tourism, digital health, and hospital start-ups/transformations.

Regulatory Knowledge:

• Deep expertise in Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act (PHFSA), MOH guidelines, JCI (Joint Commission International) and MSQH (Malaysian Society for Quality in Health) Accreditation, PDPA.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and stakeholder management.
• Fluency in English & Bahasa Malaysia; additional languages Mandarin are a plus.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in hospital expansions, greenfield projects, or operational turnarounds.
• Passion for digital innovation (e.g., smart hospitals, predictive analytics).
• Commitment to equity, compassion, and clinical excellence.

For more information, you may reach out to Jamie at her email at [e-mail] or text her at [phone] (WhatsApp message only)