Administrator & CEO- Baptist Memorial Hospital - Leake

Baptist; Carthage (MS); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking an Administrator & CEO for Baptist Memorial Hospital-Leake in Carthage, MS. This executive will lead operations, drive quality and financial performance, and align with Baptist's mission.

The role focuses on strategic growth, physician engagement, and community partnerships, with a commitment to patient-centered care and staff development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field is required.
• 6+ years of progressive healthcare leadership experience in a hospital setting.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of healthcare trends, compliance, and managed care environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead hospital operations and strategic initiatives.
• Drive quality, patient safety, service excellence, and financial performance.
• Build strong partnerships with physicians, clinical leaders, and community stakeholders.
• Foster an engaged, high-performing workforce.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
• Advance growth and community awareness of the Baptist brand.

Skills

Healthcare leadership

Operational leadership

Financial oversight

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Carthage, MS, United States

Job Info

• Job Identification 43656
• Job Category EXEC
• Business Unit BMHCC System Services
• Department General and Administrative Expenses

Job Description

Administrator & CEO – Baptist Memorial Hospital-Leake

Lead with Purpose. Make a Lasting Impact.

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a dynamic and experienced health care leader to serve as Administrator & CEO of Baptist Memorial Hospital-Leake. This executive role offers the opportunity to lead a respected community hospital while advancing quality care, operational excellence, and strategic growth.

The Opportunity

As Administrator & CEO, you will provide overall leadership for hospital operations, partnering closely with market and system leadership to drive financial performance, quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, physician engagement, and team member excellence. You will help shape the future of health care delivery while fostering a culture grounded in Baptist's mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead hospital operations and strategic initiatives.
• Drive quality, patient safety, service excellence, and financial performance.
• Build strong partnerships with physicians, clinical leaders, and community stakeholders.
• Foster an engaged, high-performing workforce.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
• Advance growth and community awareness of the Baptist brand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Care Administration, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive health care leadership experience in a hospital setting.
• Proven success leading operational, financial, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of health care trends, compliance, and managed care environments.

Why Baptist?

At Baptist Memorial Health Care, our vision is to create an expert system of care in the Mid‑South where love abounds so God can do the impossible. We are committed to delivering exceptional care with compassion while supporting our team members through a collaborative, mission‑driven culture.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Short‑term disability coverage
• Voluntary benefits

Join a mission‑driven organization where your leadership can make a meaningful difference for patients, team members, and the communities we serve.