Chief Executive Officer

Company: Talence Group LLC
Location: Grants Pass
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

The Siskiyou Community Health Center (SCHC) began in 1973 as the Takilma People's Clinic in the Illinois Valley of Southern Oregon. Established by volunteers in response to a local healthcare crisis, the clinic initially operated from a repurposed farmhouse. Dr. Jim Shames, originally from the Portland area, joined to train community members and chose to remain, becoming Medical - Director, a role he held until 2003. -Today, SCHC's is a not-for-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with a main location in a 34K square foot LEED-certified building in Historic Grants Pass Oregon known for its active outdoor lifestyle along the Rogue River, just 30 miles south of the Medford Oregon International Airport. -Additional locations include facilities in Cave Junction, Medford, multiple school-based health clinics, and a mobile dental unit. SCHC offers a comprehensive range of services, including primary medical care for all ages, behavioral health, dental, radiology, laboratory services, and pharmacy. -Following its mission to build healthy communities, SCHC remains dedicated to providing accessible, high quality healthcare for all, with a focus on preventive care and a patient-centered approach. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) -The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) reporting to the Board of Directors will lead SCHC through a pivotal phase of strategic and organizational - growth, building on a 50-year legacy of community impact. In collaboration with the Board of Directors and - Leadership Team, the CEO will chart a visionary path that aligns with SCHC's mission and values. They will - spearhead the development and execution of a long-term strategic plan to ensure sustainable growth while enhancing the organization's financial, operational, policy, and partnership resilience. -The CEO will champion operational excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster strong - community trust and engagement. Additionally, they will cultivate a diverse, mission-driven culture that - supports SCHC's dedicated team, creating an environment that promotes collaboration, innovation, and - shared purpose. -Strategic Vision, Planning, & Leadership: -

• Collaborate with the Board and Leadership team to establish a forward-looking vision, define strategic - priorities, and allocate resources to achieve long-term goals. -
• Develop integrated, organization-wide plans that align departmental objectives with the overall - mission and ensure operational excellence in integrated patient care delivery. -
• Lead transformational change management initiatives to optimize policies, processes, systems, and an entire organization of engaged employees to drive continuous performance improvement and organizational - agility. -
• Deliver timely, data-driven business reviews providing strategic insights into performance against - organizational goals and initiatives. - -
• Build awareness of external political, economic, social and technological factors, such as healthcare - reform, government funding, medical innovation, and compliance that could impact patients, local - communities, and employees. - -
• Ensure the leadership team is knowledgeable, current and proactive in maintaining adherence to all - contractual, regulatory, and healthcare industry standards.
• Build impeccable risk management and crisis management procedures to mitigate risk to the clinic, -employees, Board, patients, and community. - Leadership Development, Talent Strategy, & Organizational Culture: -
  • Champion the organization's core values by fostering a culture of excellence, transparency, and - innovation, mentoring leaders to model these values at every level. -
  • Support diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, & belonging (DEIAB) initiatives by harnessing the power - of people with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. - -
  • Build the capability to attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent across all departments cultivating - leadership capabilities and ensuring a robust succession pipeline. -
  • Ensure strategic clarity and alignment by communicating purpose, vision, and priorities, enabling - employees to execute initiatives effectively and contribute meaningfully to organizational success. -
  • Promote a "one team" culture, guiding conflict resolution and team-building efforts to enhance - collaboration and shared accountability. -
  • Leverage continuous feedback and performance metrics to ensure individuals and teams remain - aligned with the mission, objectives, goals, and operational targets. -
  • Support equitable reward and recognition programs to reinforce the organization's core values and - provide meaningful employee experiences. - Community & Strategic Partnership: -
    • Champion SCHC's mission by building and sustaining strong partnerships in delivering care to the community with key external - stakeholders such as community leaders, school districts, early learning centers, CCO's, FQHC's, and - public health organizations.
    • Expand patient reach and referral networks through strategic outreach and relationship - management, fostering long-term engagement with the community. -
    • Collaborate with partners to integrate shared resources, align on mutual objectives, and develop joint - solutions, managing risk while facilitating strategic cooperation. - Operational Excellence & Governance: -
      • Implement a rigorous operations management framework to optimize workflows, streamline - processes, and enhance service delivery, ensuring long-term sustainability. -
      • Create a dashboard of performance metrics in collaboration with the Board and Leadership Team to - monitor operational performance and guide strategic decision-making. -
      • Partner with the CQO to ensure compliance with healthcare quality metrics consistent with FQHC - requirements. -
      • Prioritize initiatives and allocate resources efficiently to align operational outcomes with strategic goals - and ensure sustained high standards in patient care.
      • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by adopting innovative solutions, maintaining high-quality - standards, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. -
      • Leverage advanced technology to support operational goals, driving efficiencies, and enhancing - service delivery. - Financial Stewardship & Performance: -
        • Provide strategic financial leadership by establishing sound budgeting, forecasting, and financial - analysis practices to ensure fiscal health and long-term viability. -
        • Oversee grant writing and fundraising initiatives, identifying new funding streams and strengthening - existing financial partnerships including exploring and enhancing contracts and the strength of those negotiations as part of the overall financial stewardship of the organization.
        • Develop sustainable financial strategies that mitigate risks, optimize cost structures, and maximize the - return on investment (ROI) across all operations. -
        • Ensure prudent capital management, aligning investments with strategic priorities to support growth, - innovation, and operational excellence while minimizing waste. -
          • 8-10 years of progressive leadership experience including C-suite roles within healthcare, social services, -nonprofit, or public health sectors, demonstrating a commitment to advancing community health and -addressing social determinants of health. -
          • Bachelor's and/or Master's degrees in relevant fields such as Business Administration (MBA), - Healthcare Administration (MHA), Medical Management (MMM), or Public Health (MPH), or equivalent -education and experience preferred. -
          • Proven ability to scale multi-site organizations, leading growth initiatives aligned with the -organization's mission and strategic priorities. -
          • Successful track record in managing healthcare operations with budgets of $30M+, showcasing -expertise in executive leadership, financial oversight, and operational excellence. -
          • Demonstrated ability to optimize performance through continuous improvement initiatives and build -frameworks that translate strategy into operational success. -
          • Experienced leader in transformational change management, adept at navigating complex -transitions while maintaining organizational focus and momentum. -
          • Strong experience collaborating with Boards of Directors, policymakers, and funders, with proven skill -in cultivating strategic relationships and partnerships. -
          • In-depth understanding of healthcare quality metrics and their impact on funding, reimbursements, -and performance outcomes. -
          • Comprehensive knowledge of Community Health Center (CHC) operations and Federally Qualified -Health Center (FQHC) programs.
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