Senior Level Executive - Operations

Tal Healthcare

Norwalk, CT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$600,000
LOCATION
Norwalk, CT
POSTED
30+ days ago
Senior Level Executive (Healthcare)

We have been retained by a leading health system in Connecticut to identify its next Senior Level Executive / Operating Officer. This key organizational leader will drive operational excellence, support strategic growth initiatives, and ensure the highest standards of patient care across the system.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic, relationship-oriented executive with deep operational expertise and a strong understanding of the healthcare industry. They will embody the values of integrity, accountability, and respect in every aspect of their leadership.

Core Responsibilities:
  • Operational Leadership: Oversee and optimize operations across Operations, Facilities Management (including EVS, Dietary, and Security), Ambulatory Services, and Service Lines.
  • Strategic Execution: Translate organizational goals into actionable plans, ensuring measurable outcomes and sustainable growth.
  • Physician & Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with physicians, physician leaders, and key stakeholders involved in PSAs, MSAs, and other partnership agreements.
  • Crisis Management: Serve as the go-to leader during organizational challenges—demonstrating responsiveness, decisiveness, and commitment, including onsite presence when needed.
Leadership Attributes:
  • Visionary Leadership: Ability to inspire, motivate, and cultivate a positive, inclusive culture.
  • Change Agility: Adapt quickly to evolving healthcare trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Influence & Impact: Demonstrated ability to lead transformative initiatives—examples may include hospital openings, service line launches, ambulatory growth, IT implementations (Epic, Oracle), and emergency response leadership.
  • Passion & Commitment: Fully invested in the mission and values of the organization, with a clear sense of purpose as a healthcare leader.
Board & Governance:
  • Comfortable engaging with the Board of Directors, providing strategic insights, and fostering trust.
  • Prior board experience preferred; ability to represent the organization effectively at the governance level.
Team Dynamics & Culture:
  • Builds strong cross-functional relationships across the executive team and physician network.
  • Actively participates in organizational events and community initiatives.
  • Creates an environment of recognition and professional growth—developing future leaders and promoting internal talent.
Key Skills & Competencies:
  • Strategic Planning & Execution: Align operational plans with organizational vision.
  • Financial Acumen: Expertise in budgeting, resource allocation, and financial analysis.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage analytics to monitor performance and drive improvement.
  • Operational Efficiency: Streamline processes and enhance workflows across departments.
  • Change Management: Lead complex transitions, including mergers and acquisitions.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
Education & Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Finance (MBA) or Healthcare Administration (MHA) or with a healthcare focus required.
  • Minimum 10 years in senior leadership roles within large, complex healthcare organizations.
  • Proven success in managing multi-faceted healthcare operations, including revenue cycle, quality management, patient care coordination, and IT systems.
Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.   
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