Chief Executive Officer

Buffkin / Baker; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffkin/Baker and McDonough District Hospital (MDH) in Macomb, Illinois, seek a Chief Executive Officer to guide MDH through its next growth phase. The CEO will report to the Board, serving as strategic and operational leader to advance the mission and long-term success.

The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in hospital or health system executive leadership, with a focus on transformation, rural/community healthcare, and sustaining high-quality, accessible care in the region.

Qualifications

• Experience in executive leadership for hospitals or health systems.
• Proven ability to lead strategic planning and organizational turnaround.
• Experience serving rural or community-based healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of a comprehensive strategic plan for the health system.
• Drive financial and operational performance to strengthen the organization’s financial turnaround.
• Strengthen revenue cycle operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reimbursement, and cash flow.

Job description

Buffkin/Baker is proud to partner withMcDonough District Hospital (MDH), a respected, independent community health system headquartered in Macomb, Illinois in their search for a Chief Executive Officer.

For more than 65 years, MDH has been a trusted healthcare provider for the region, delivering comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, emergency, surgical, and specialty services. Deeply rooted in its community, MDH is known for its commitment to high-quality, accessible care and strong local partnerships.

MDH is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through its next phase of growth and transformation. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will serve as the strategic and operational leader of the health system, with responsibility for advancing the organization's mission, strengthening performance, and positioning MDH for long-term success.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an executive who is energized by the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Key priorities include:

• Leading the development and execution of a comprehensive strategic plan
• Driving financial and operational performance while helping guide the organization's continued financial turnaround efforts
• Strengthening revenue cycle operations and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reimbursement, and cash flow

The ideal candidate will bring a track record of executive leadership within a hospital or health system environment, demonstrated success leading organizational transformation, and a passion for serving rural and community-based healthcare organizations.