CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER (COO) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Location: Sidney, Montana
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Compensation: Competitive pay based on market-rate
Are you ready to make a lasting impact in rural healthcare and apply your healthcare administration leadership experience? Sidney Health Center (SHC), a nationally recognized leader in patient-centered care, is looking for a Chief Operations Officer (COO) to drive operational excellence and shape the future of healthcare in Eastern Montana.
SHC is a top-ranked healthcare provider in Eastern Montana, dedicated to high-quality, patient-centered care. With over 500 staff and volunteers, we offer a full spectrum of services, from advanced imaging and cancer care to a locally owned air ambulance. As a nationally recognized hospital and Five-Star Nursing Home, we combine innovative medical care with the warmth of a close-knit, rural community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or a related field and five years of senior-level leadership experience in healthcare operations, hospital management, or a similar environment or equivalent education and experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in operational efficiency, process improvement, and strategic planning.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare compliance, financial oversight, and risk management.
• Exceptional leadership, team building, and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree (MBA, MHA, MPH) or equivalent.
• Experience leading rural or community hospital operations.
• Background in value-based care models and hospital accreditation processes.

The COO oversees daily operations, enhances patient care, and optimizes efficiency across our healthcare system. This hospital operations executive implements strategic and operational plans; manages Clinic Services, Community Services, Hospital Services, and Nursing Services; and ensures compliance with healthcare regulations.

• Lead operational planning, process improvement, and resource management to enhance patient care, workflow, and efficiency across multiple service lines.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement among staff and leadership.
• Establish and implement service policies and procedures with the support of and on collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer and Chief of Staff.
• Partner with the CEO to recruit and retain medical providers and develop strategic workforce plans.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, medical staff, and department directors to improve service delivery, patient outcomes, and financial sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and industry best practices while driving quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead the strategic development of infrastructure, technology, and financial initiatives to strengthen SHC’s long-term sustainability.
• Represent SHC in community partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and healthcare alliances.