Chief Operating Officer – JDCH

Location:

Hollywood, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a key executive leader responsible for the day-to-day operational oversight of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital offering a full complement of advanced, comprehensive service lines. These include but are not limited to cardiac transplant program, Level IV NICU, emergency services, and other highly specialized services in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The COO ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while driving operational excellence, clinical integration, and financial performance across all hospital functions.

Responsibilities:

Provide strategic and operational leadership for hospital operations, including clinical and non-clinical departments. Support complex care delivery models across organ transplant, trauma, emergency services, surgical services, and other pediatric specialty services & programs. Collaborate with senior hospital and health system leadership to develop and execute strategic plans that support the hospital’s mission, vision, and long-term growth objectives. Builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, including physicians, department leaders, employees, patients, and community leaders, to promote collaboration and alignment of interests. Manage large-scale operating and capital budgets with fiscal responsibility and strategic prioritization. Drive operational efficiency, effectiveness and performance to ensure high-quality care, patient safety, regulatory compliance, & operational efficiency and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and excellence in patient and employee experience. Represents the hospital in external and community forums, industry conferences, and professional associations to enhance the organization’s visibility and reputation. Evaluate market trends, competitive dynamics, and demographic shifts to identify opportunities for service expansion, partnerships, and market differentiation. Translate organizational vision into actionable operating plans that align with the hospital’s mission and long-term strategy. Partner with physician and clinical leaders to enhance service line performance, clinical outcomes, and innovation. Plan, execute, and operationalize facility master planning activities in partnership with facilities, construction teams, clinical leaders, and external vendors.Partner with finance and HR to ensure sound financial management, labor optimization, and workforce planning.

Competencies:

Education and Certification Requirements:

Masters (Required)AHCA Background Screening (AHCA) – State of Florida (FL), Fingerprint Screen (FINGERPRNT) – Florida Department of Childrens & Family (DCF)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive hospital operations leadership experience, including at least 5 years as COO or equivalent role in a large acute care hospital. Proven success in managing high-acuity service lines such as cardiac transplant program, surgical services, trauma and emergency services. Other Information: Additional Education Info: Master’s degree required in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), or related field

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Bending and Stooping = 0%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 0%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 – 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs – 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 – 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 – 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Reaching = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 80%
• Squatting = 0%
• Standing = 80%
• Walking = 80%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing – Far = 80%
• Seeing – Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 0%
• Biological Hazards – Respiratory = 0%
• Biological Hazards – Skin or Ingestion = 0%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
• Dust = 0%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
• Hazardous Medication = 0%
• Latex = 0%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 0%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 0%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 0%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 0%
• Potential Electric Shock = 0%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
• Radiation = 0%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 0%

Shift:

Primarily for office workers – not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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