Chief Operating Officer - Chief Operating Officer, Spine Surgery Practice

Location: Ronkonkoma, NY 
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site

About Us:
Spine Medicine and Surgery of Long Island is a growing, patient-centered spine surgery practice dedicated to delivering exceptional surgical care and improving the quality of life for our patients. Our team values integrity, innovation, and collaboration, and we’re looking for a strategic and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help drive operational excellence and support our continued growth.

Position Overview:
The COO will oversee the day-to-day operations of the practice, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and excellence in patient care delivery. This role requires a strong leader with a deep understanding of medical practice management, financial reporting, and process improvement. The ideal candidate has proven experience in healthcare operations—preferably in surgical or specialty practice settings—and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operational, administrative, and business functions of the practice.
• Develop and manage budgets, financial reports, and key performance metrics.
• Create and maintain dashboards to monitor productivity, revenue, and clinical performance.
• Collaborate with physicians and department leads to improve workflow, patient throughput, and overall practice efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and payer requirements.
• Lead and mentor management and administrative staff.
• Implement strategic initiatives to support growth, patient satisfaction, and operational excellence.
• Prepare and present regular operational and financial reports to executive leadership and physician partners.
• Oversee vendor contracts, facility management, and IT systems as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, Business Administration, or related field required; Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive healthcare management experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in a surgical or specialty medical practice strongly preferred.
• Strong background in financial management, reporting, and data analysis.
• Proven ability to develop and implement operational strategies that improve performance and efficiency.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of EHR systems, practice management software, and healthcare reporting tools.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Professional development opportunities