Healthcare COO: Strategic Operations Leader

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 500,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Chief Operating Officer to lead hospital and ambulatory operations, focusing on quality, safety, and patient experience. The COO will drive strategic execution, performance improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration across the system.

The ideal candidate brings extensive health system leadership, a proven track record of improving outcomes, strong communication, and talent development, with experience in multi‑hospital settings and community growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years in healthcare leadership, including at least 5 years in an executive role within a multi-hospital system.
• Experience leading within a matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and evaluate hospital operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with standards.
• Lead implementation of strategic and operational plans with senior leadership.
• Align resources, manage budgets, and address performance variances.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Performance improvement

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder alignment

Team development

Education

Master's degree in healthcare administration

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Chief Operating Officer to lead hospital and ambulatory operations, focusing on quality, safety, and patient experience. The COO will drive strategic execution, performance improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration across the system.

The ideal candidate brings extensive health system leadership, a proven track record of improving outcomes, strong communication, and talent development, with experience in multi‑hospital settings and community growth.