Job Title: Chief Operating Officer
Location: Remote
Our client is a behavioral healthcare organization that is focused on developing comprehensive treatment programs for individuals who have been diagnosed with a substance use disorder or mental health condition. Their goal is to provide full continuum treatment, which means that they offer a range of services that are designed to meet the specific needs of each individual patient.
They have facilities across multiple states, including Ohio, California, and Pennsylvania, and are currently in an exciting growth phase and scaling their operations through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions (businesses that must grow organically post-acquisition).
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/Founder, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will serve as a key member of our client’s leadership team and will lead their multi-state behavioral healthcare operations. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned healthcare operator who can drive operational excellence, scale their platform, and build high-performing teams across their facilities, and ensure excellent clinical care across all facilities.
This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual with strong leadership skills to join a fast-growing organization whose mission is helping to transform lives by setting a higher standard for accessible client-centered substance abuse treatment through innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
Operational Leadership
Oversee operations across all facilities, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality patient care
Own and drive key performance metrics including length of stay and AMA (Against Medical Advice) rates
Build and optimize processes to create a consistent, repeatable, and scalable operational model
Implement and manage systems for clinical documentation, utilization review, and healthcare compliance
Develop and maintain state licensing and Joint Commission accreditation requirements
Travel regularly to facilities to ensure operational excellence and team development
Team Development & Management
Oversee facility-level leadership including Executive Directors and clinical leadership
Build and develop high-performing teams across all locations
Create training programs and professional development pathways
Drive accountability and performance management across all levels
Partner with HR to improve recruitment and retention strategies
Growth & Strategic Initiatives
Support integration of newly acquired facilities
Participate in due diligence for potential acquisitions
Standardize operations across facilities to enable efficient scaling
Develop new service lines and programs as market opportunities arise
Partner with marketing and admissions to optimize patient flow and census
Performance Management
Monitor and improve key operational metrics
Implement data-driven decision-making processes
Create and maintain performance dashboards and reporting systems
10+ years of healthcare operations experience, with at least 5 years in senior leadership, preferable in a multiunit healthcare or hospitality setting
Must have experience working for private equity sponsored companies
Must have successfully completed at least one exit/sale process
Track record of scaling healthcare operations across multiple facilities/states
Strong understanding of healthcare compliance, licensing, and accreditation requirements
Experience with process improvement and operational optimization
Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams
Background in implementing systems and structures in growing organizations
Experience managing P&L and driving financial performance
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A sense of urgency and passion around their mission to provide compassionate care, and to grow the business alongside the CEO/Founder
Ability to travel 40-50% of the time to facilities
Remote position with significant travel to facilities in Ohio, California, and Pennsylvania
No fixed office location required, but regular presence at facilities is essential
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
Performance-based bonus structure
Comprehensive benefits package
Looking to make a significant impact in the healthcare field? Join Multi-site Rehabilitation Clinic as their Chief Operating Officer! This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced individual to lead operational excellence across a behavioral healthcare organization that prioritizes comprehensive treatment for individuals with substance use disorders and mental health conditions. As the COO, you will be part of an extraordinary growth journey, driving strategic initiatives, optimizing operations, and ensuring high-quality patient care across various facilities in Ohio, California, and Pennsylvania. With a remote work option, you’ll manage a dedicated team while fostering professional development and facilitating a culture focused on client-centered care. Ideal candidates will have extensive healthcare operations experience, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to influencing positive change in the lives of patients. By joining this progressive organization, you will help build and standardize best practices while supporting the Chief Executive Officer in the mission to provide innovative and compassionate care. If you're ready to leverage your expertise and leadership skills, this role at Multi-site Rehabilitation Clinic could be your next great adventure in transforming lives and advancing healthcare excellence.
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