Chief Executive Officer

About Us: Founded in 2004 by local physicians, Animas Surgical Hospital has been an integral part of the Four Corners region for more than two decades. Our goal has never been to be the only hospital in Durango but to be the best option for surgery, diagnostic imaging, emergency care, occupational medicine, and internal medicine.

Our Mission: To provide innovative, exceptional healthcare that patients recommend, physicians prefer, and employees are proud of.

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Summary: The CEO has overall accountability for the clinical, operational, financial, and strategic performance of Animas Surgical Hospital. The CEO leads the hospital in partnership with the Board of Directors, physician partners, medical staff, and Surgery Partners, with responsibility for delivering exceptional patient care, sustainable growth, strong financial performance, and long-term value for the partnership.

Reports To: Board of Directors and Surgery Partners

Salary Range: (Exempt): $210,000 - $260,000 (salary range is intentionally broad as pay will be determined based on qualifications, experience and eligibility for bonuses)

Essential Job Functions:

• Quality, Safety and Patient Experience
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable governmental, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
  • Partner with the Board of Directors to balance quality outcomes and financial stewardship.
  • Foster a workplace culture that attracts and retains exceptional employees.
  • Collaborate with leadership and corporate partners to improve patient flow, safety, staffing efficiency, information systems, and financial performance.
  • Champion an exceptional patient experience through performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operational and Financial Performance
  • Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
  • Lead and develop executive leadership team members.
  • Serve as the primary liaison among employees, physicians, the Governing Board, and corporate partners.
  • Build effective relationships with payors, businesses, and community stakeholders.
  • Ensure positive employee relations through communication, consistency, and accountability.
  • Direct all hospital operations, including surgical services, inpatient care, radiology, ancillary services, and administrative functions.
  • Represent the hospital with healthcare organizations, government agencies, third-party payors, and legal counsel.
  • Oversee hospital financial performance, including revenue, EBITDA, labor productivity, supply expense, revenue cycle performance, capital deployment, and cash flow.
  • Develop and execute annual operating and capital budgets and ensure disciplined capital planning and investment.
• Growth and Strategy
  • Develop and implement short- and long-term strategic plans in collaboration with corporate partners.
  • Lead physician and facility growth strategies that maximize long-term organizational success.
  • Evaluate strategic and operational opportunities through data-driven decision-making.
  • Champion innovative initiatives that create operational and strategic advantages.
  • Build relationships with community stakeholders and market influencers.
  • Recruit, onboard, and develop physician partnerships aligned with organizational strategy.
  • Analyze referral patterns, competitive dynamics, market trends, and growth opportunities.
• Physician Partnership
  • Build trusted relationships with physician partners and medical staff.
  • Support physician engagement, leadership development, and alignment with hospital goals.
  • Partner with the Chief Nursing Officer and Medical Executive Committee to ensure clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.
  • Present policies and procedures to the Medical Executive Committee and Board of Directors for approval.
  • Serve as an effective liaison between physicians, staff, and the Board of Directors.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• People and Culture
  • Develop a high-performing, people-centered culture.
  • Strengthen leadership capability, employee engagement, retention, and accountability.
  • Drive initiatives that improve productivity, quality, organizational culture, talent development, and revenue growth.
  • Promote open communication and collaboration among physicians, leaders, and employees.

Additional Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment.  

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field required.
• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Certification, Licensure

• Eligibility for employment in the United States required

Experience

• Minimum ten (10) years of progressive healthcare facility management experience.
• Working knowledge of hospital operations, healthcare finance, regulatory compliance, and healthcare marketing.
• Experience developing and motivating leaders and teams.
• Strong understanding of human resources management and employment law.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication, presentation, and listening skills.
• Advanced understanding of healthcare payors and competitive markets.
• Knowledge of healthcare legislation, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex operational, financial, and strategic challenges.
• High ethical standards, professionalism, and integrity.
• Ability to travel as needed

Physical Requirements

Admin: This position requires lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to ten (10)+ pounds. Stooping, kneeling crouching, reaching, grasping, handling, and balancing five (5) or more hours per day. Sensory and communicative activities including hearing, seeing, speaking, and being able to carry out essential job functions.

Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures

Environmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts.  Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary.

Animas Health Immunizations and Vaccinations Requirements  

Aligns with CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for Healthcare Personnel 

• Hepatitis B- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals
• Influenza- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year)
• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination
• Varicella (chickenpox) - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine
• Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) - documented proof of immunization
• Tuberculosis Screening - Documentation of a two-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months

*Vaccine records or evidence of immunity are required prior to 1^st day of scheduled work.

Animas Health is a drug free workplace and performs a pre-employment drug screen which includes marijuana.

We Offer Competitive Pay and Benefits

Employment with us provides competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

Eligible employees enjoy:

• Health, Vision and Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Education and Tuition benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts
• Additional optional benefits

Where You Will Work: Click here to learn more about Durango, Co.