Mille Lacs Health System
Chief Executive Officer
Mille Lacs Health System, Onamia, Minnesota, United States, 56359
Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) is a comprehensive healthcare system that is tucked alongside one of Minnesota's greatest lakes and is located 80 miles from the Twin Cities, in Onamia, Minnesota. It is an independent rural health care system and serves an estimated 20,000 year-round residents of the predominantly rural area of Mille Lacs County. We also serve portions of Morrison, Aitkin, Crow Wing, and Kanabec counties and residents of the Mille Lacs Ojibwe Indian Reservation. Located near beautiful Mille Lacs Lake, we are also a convenient high-quality healthcare facility for weekend visitors and vacationers.
MLHS is a community-owned, not-for-profit healthcare organization which consists of an 18 bed Critical Access rural hospital and Level IV Trauma Center in Onamia as well as five Family Medicine Clinics located in Isle, Garrison, Hillman, Onamia, and Milaca. We also have two retail community pharmacies with highly qualified pharmacists and techs in Isle and Onamia to offer the breadth of care that our community requires.
MLHS was community-founded in 1956 and over the years have made major upgrades to services and facilities. In 2023 we completed a major $30 million three-year building project on the main campus in Onamia. This modern facility offers state-of-the-art technology and is staffed by Family Medicine Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, a surgical team, visiting specialists, and a skilled compassionate nursing staff. We also serve our community with a 57 bed Long Term Care, a 10 bed Senior Care unit which offers inpatient geriatric psychiatry services designed to address the specific mental health issues of adults 55+, and Home Care and Hospice services. Our focus on daily health and wellness includes chiropractic care and therapy (physical/occupational/speech/cardiac) and programs for chronic conditions such as diabetes and sleep issues. We also offer transitional care to patients not ready to be home on their own (Swing beds). We provide urgent care and emergency care, and have our own ambulance service as well as a heliport for patient transfers. We employ over 450 people and are the second largest employer in the Mille Lacs area.
This thriving, state-of-the-art health system, offering a full range of healthcare services, with its newly completed CAH hospital facility, seeks an experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide leadership as we address today's and tomorrow's healthcare challenges.
Responsibilities:
This is an excellent opportunity for the right individual seeking to provide executive leadership in a friendly, vibrant healthcare organization. The CEO is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the healthcare system as well as the strategic leadership, planning, development, direction, coordination and control of activity within patient care, clinical and clinical support service areas. Works collaboratively with healthcare providers, leaders and staff to ensure that quality patient care is delivered in an efficient, effective and cost-responsible manner. Plans and directs the short- and long-range objectives/goals of the organization to meet its goals. Ensures synergy between people, processes, and strategies to execute business objectives/goals. Attracts, trains, develops, and retains talent to ensure business needs are met. Drives and builds revenue growth through developing new business strategies to improve overall performance. Communicates key information to respective stakeholders. Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and policies. Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of six years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a complex healthcare organization, including acute-care hospital operations.
Education:
Master's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Leadership:
Proven track record of leading large-scale projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving organizational change. Demonstrated ability to think strategically, execute plans effectively, and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
Clinical Knowledge:
Deep understanding of healthcare service models, clinical practices, and regulatory requirements. Ability to apply this knowledge to improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
Financial Acumen:
Strong understanding of healthcare finance, including budgeting, financial analysis, and revenue cycle management. Ability to develop and implement strategies to improve financial performance while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Communication:
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire staff, physicians, and community members.
Commitment to Mission: Strong alignment with Mille Lacs Health System's dedication to excellence, standing in partnership with our patients and our community.
Competitive salary and excellent benefits provided.
Candidates should email resume with cover letter to: caleb@vannorman-hr.com
*Van Norman & Associates is a full-service search/human resources consulting firm serving healthcare employers throughout the Midwest for over 35 years.
MLHS is a community-owned, not-for-profit healthcare organization which consists of an 18 bed Critical Access rural hospital and Level IV Trauma Center in Onamia as well as five Family Medicine Clinics located in Isle, Garrison, Hillman, Onamia, and Milaca. We also have two retail community pharmacies with highly qualified pharmacists and techs in Isle and Onamia to offer the breadth of care that our community requires.
MLHS was community-founded in 1956 and over the years have made major upgrades to services and facilities. In 2023 we completed a major $30 million three-year building project on the main campus in Onamia. This modern facility offers state-of-the-art technology and is staffed by Family Medicine Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, a surgical team, visiting specialists, and a skilled compassionate nursing staff. We also serve our community with a 57 bed Long Term Care, a 10 bed Senior Care unit which offers inpatient geriatric psychiatry services designed to address the specific mental health issues of adults 55+, and Home Care and Hospice services. Our focus on daily health and wellness includes chiropractic care and therapy (physical/occupational/speech/cardiac) and programs for chronic conditions such as diabetes and sleep issues. We also offer transitional care to patients not ready to be home on their own (Swing beds). We provide urgent care and emergency care, and have our own ambulance service as well as a heliport for patient transfers. We employ over 450 people and are the second largest employer in the Mille Lacs area.
This thriving, state-of-the-art health system, offering a full range of healthcare services, with its newly completed CAH hospital facility, seeks an experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide leadership as we address today's and tomorrow's healthcare challenges.
Responsibilities:
This is an excellent opportunity for the right individual seeking to provide executive leadership in a friendly, vibrant healthcare organization. The CEO is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the healthcare system as well as the strategic leadership, planning, development, direction, coordination and control of activity within patient care, clinical and clinical support service areas. Works collaboratively with healthcare providers, leaders and staff to ensure that quality patient care is delivered in an efficient, effective and cost-responsible manner. Plans and directs the short- and long-range objectives/goals of the organization to meet its goals. Ensures synergy between people, processes, and strategies to execute business objectives/goals. Attracts, trains, develops, and retains talent to ensure business needs are met. Drives and builds revenue growth through developing new business strategies to improve overall performance. Communicates key information to respective stakeholders. Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and policies. Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of six years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a complex healthcare organization, including acute-care hospital operations.
Education:
Master's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Leadership:
Proven track record of leading large-scale projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving organizational change. Demonstrated ability to think strategically, execute plans effectively, and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
Clinical Knowledge:
Deep understanding of healthcare service models, clinical practices, and regulatory requirements. Ability to apply this knowledge to improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
Financial Acumen:
Strong understanding of healthcare finance, including budgeting, financial analysis, and revenue cycle management. Ability to develop and implement strategies to improve financial performance while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Communication:
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire staff, physicians, and community members.
Commitment to Mission: Strong alignment with Mille Lacs Health System's dedication to excellence, standing in partnership with our patients and our community.
Competitive salary and excellent benefits provided.
Candidates should email resume with cover letter to: caleb@vannorman-hr.com
*Van Norman & Associates is a full-service search/human resources consulting firm serving healthcare employers throughout the Midwest for over 35 years.