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The COO reports directly to the Hospital President and is responsible for operational performance including quality, PFE, associate engagement and retention, staffing, productivity and management within plan, in addition to the management functions of planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling of all clinical ancillary and support (non-nursing) departments.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.

Responsibilities

Chief Operating Officer leads the development and implementation of operational strategies to align with the Mission, Vision and Values of the organization.

• Provides leadership and vision to staff in areas of accountability related to long range planning and development.

• Identifies and quantifies resources needed to carry out operational plans and coordinates the acquisition and allocation of resources commensurate with plans.

• Supports behaviors and programs which enhance the culture and provide direction to the department leaders to ensure the goals and objectives of operational plans.

• Ensures development and effective administration of appropriate processes for compliance with applicable governing and regulating bodies, licensure, laws and regulations.

• Works in conjunction with the office of general counsel to ensure that transactions are legally and contractually sound and in accord with the policies.

• Ensures the patient care and clinical guidelines are followed for consistent quality and cost-effective care delivery for a diverse population.

• Ensures the development and implementation to ensure best in class levels of patient and family experience.

• Supports continuous quality and performance improvement to ensure excellent care is provided by physicians, clinicians and staff.

• Ensures resources and programming, targeted to needs and requirements are available to facilitate patient, community, associate and medical staff education.

• Ensures standards are met and metrics are tracked and measured for quality and patient satisfaction measures as provided by clinicians and staff.

• Supports systems and processes for orientation, continuous learning and development based on quantitative and qualitative information regarding patient outcomes and experiences.

• Supports systems and processes for effective administration of pro-active risk management and patient safety programs.

• In cooperation with appropriate leadership and related clinical staff, assists with development and execution of business plans and clinical programs.

• Advises on physician employment candidates and practice acquisition candidates for fit with the Mission, Vision, Values, and organizational culture.

• Represents facilities and programs to various public constituencies, professional associations, business coalitions and governmental authorities.

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Requirements

Education:

• Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experiencerequired, with 4 of those years being in leadership/management.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Illinois delivers compassionate, personalized care throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. As one of the largest health systems in Illinois with 15 hospitals and more than 230 sites of care, you will find an environment that allows you to thrive and create a career path you love. Join a diverse team of more than 17,000 associates and more than 600 providers who are dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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