Strategic COO - Senior Healthcare Operations Leader

Companion Health Services; Guthrie (OK); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision benefits

AFLAC products

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Companion Health Services seeks a Chief Operating Officer to lead daily operations across multiple long-term care locations in the United States. The role supports 400+ employees, ensures high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and strong financial results.

You will align facility and corporate leaders, drive policy consistency, and manage resources to deliver safe, compassionate care. The COO will implement plans, monitor performance, and foster teamwork while maintaining a positive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, nursing, or related field.
• 5-7 years leadership experience in long-term care or healthcare operations, preferably managing multiple locations.
• NHA license preferred; ability to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Follow all laws and run business honestly and ethically.
• Support company goals and avoid conflicts of interest.
• Treat all employees with respect and protect private information.
• Set and keep high standards for resident care.
• Create and maintain consistent clinical policies and best practices across all locations.
• Check quality by looking at clinical results and safety, and help improve where needed.
• Visit sites regularly to review clinical care and safety, and fix any problems found.
• Lead efforts to maintain and improve CMS Five-Star Quality Ratings and other quality measures.
• Support quality improvement programs and monitor progress.
• Promote teamwork and clear communication between facility leaders and corporate support teams.
• Turn company goals into clear, measurable plans and track progress.
• Manage resources like staff, equipment, and supplies across locations to support care.
• Help facility leaders solve problems, handle staffing, prepare for surveys, and meet operational goals.
• Review performance data and work with leaders to improve operations.
• Lead and support staff, encouraging accountability, teamwork, and quality care.
• Build a positive work culture focused on residents and employee engagement.
• Coach and mentor facility leaders to improve their skills and knowledge.
• Set clear expectations for leaders and provide feedback and support to improve.
• Monitor and review financial performance like budgets and expenses, and find ways to improve.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations in long-term care operations.
• Identify and manage risks, including resident safety, complaints, and worker’s compensation issues.
• Track staffing metrics such as turnover and overtime, and work to keep appropriate staffing levels.
• Support preparation and response to regulatory inspections and surveys.
• Promote workplace and resident safety by supporting safety programs and initiatives.
• Attend meetings and communicate important information to leadership.
• Manage priorities to keep the organization running smoothly and efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Strategic planning

Travel required

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, nursing, or related field

Job description

Companion Health Services seeks a Chief Operating Officer to lead daily operations across multiple long-term care locations in the United States. The role supports 400+ employees, ensures high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and strong financial results.

You will align facility and corporate leaders, drive policy consistency, and manage resources to deliver safe, compassionate care. The COO will implement plans, monitor performance, and foster teamwork while maintaining a positive