Chief Executive Officer

UAB Medicine; Oneonta (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama seeks a proven executive leader to oversee operations at UAB St. Vincent's.

The role requires guiding senior management, building community relationships, and translating strategy into actionable plans to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. The candidate will lead the development and implementation of long- and short-term growth strategies, collaborate with system leadership, and ensure alignment with regulatory and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospital Administration, Business, or a related field and seven (7) years of experience at the administrative level required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides executive leadership for UAB St. Vincent's with a mission-driven approach.
• Leads, mentors, and develops the senior management team to ensure effective delivery of services.
• Serves as chief spokesperson to represent the hospital to area business organizations and related constituencies.
• Develops and articulates a clear and cohesive vision for the hospital and growth strategy.
• Oversees daily operations and ensures efficiency in all areas.
• Partners with system leadership, medical staff, and hospital staff to set goals and timelines.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospital Administration, Business, or a related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Position Overview

• Department: Administration
• Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Blount
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Job Description

• Provides innovative, mission-driven, inspired, and financially responsible executive leadership for UAB St. Vincent's.
• Leads, mentors, and develops the senior management team to ensure effective delivery of services and alignment with strategic goals.
• Serves as the chief spokesperson to represent the hospital to area business organizations and other related constituencies. Develops partnerships that enhance community health initiatives and promote wellness
• Builds collegial relationships with other executives in the community and UABHS.
• Develops and articulates a clear and cohesive vision for the hospital. Creates a shared commitment to high quality, patient focused clinical care. Develops a clear and cohesive long and short-term growth strategy. Translates the strategy into a clear business plan.
• Works with system leadership, medical staff, and hospital staff to develop and prioritize goals, objectives, and initiatives to be carried out within specified timeframes.
• Oversees the daily operations of the hospital, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all areas.
• Develops and implements the strategic plan for the hospital for both short and long-term goals and communicates this to all appropriate parties.
• Meets or exceeds approved budget forecasts based on the strategic plan.
• Identifies opportunities for cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and resource optimization.
• Monitors clinical performance metrics and implements corrective actions as needed.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, continuous quality improvement programs, and organizational policies.
• Leads the development of quality initiatives and standards and communicates these standards and results to all appropriate parties.
• Ensures compliance with all employment-related laws and maintains a culture of openness, respect, and teamwork for all providers and staff of the organization.
• Prepares and presents reports on the region’s performance, initiatives, and strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospital Administration, Business, or a related field and seven (7) years of experience at the administrative level required. Master's degree preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.