Chief Operating Officer - West Jefferson Medical Center LCMC Health - 3.3 Marrero, LA Job Details Full-time 18 hours ago Qualifications Team leadership Operations transformation Employee relationship building Bachelor's degree Healthcare practice operations management Relationship management General management Hospital experience Senior leadership Full Job Description Your job is more than a job Chief Operating Officer West Jefferson Medical Center | Marrero, Louisiana Lead the Future of Healthcare on the Westbank West Jefferson Medical Center, a proud member of LCMC Health, is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and results-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help shape the future of healthcare for the communities we serve. For decades, West Jefferson Medical Center has been a trusted healthcare leader on the Westbank, delivering exceptional patient care, advancing clinical excellence, and investing in the health of our region. Today, we are looking for an accomplished healthcare executive who is passionate about driving operational excellence, developing high-performing teams, and creating an exceptional experience for patients, physicians, and employees alike. West Jefferson Medical Center is a 324-bed hospital serving the Westbank community and has been part of LCMC Health since 2015. As COO, you will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, partnering closely with the President to execute strategic initiatives, strengthen operations, accelerate growth, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care across the organization. What You'll Do As Chief Operating Officer, you will: Provide executive leadership for the day-to-day operations of the hospital. Align operational strategies with organizational goals and long-term business priorities. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Lead efforts to enhance quality outcomes, patient experience, workforce engagement, and operational efficiency. Partner with physicians, clinical leaders, and department executives to develop and advance service lines and clinical programs. Identify new business opportunities and growth strategies that strengthen market position and drive organizational success. Support financial stewardship through effective resource utilization, cost management, and revenue optimization. Serve as a trusted liaison between hospital leadership, medical staff, LCMC Health leadership, and community stakeholders. Represent the organization at board meetings, leadership forums, and community events. Act as the organization's chief operational leader in the absence of the President. The Leader We're Looking For We're seeking an accomplished healthcare executive who brings both strategic vision and operational expertise. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who inspires teams, builds strong physician partnerships, and consistently delivers measurable results. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Healthcare Administration, or a related field Five or more years of senior executive leadership experience within a hospital or health system as a CEO, COO, Senior Vice President of Operations, or equivalent leadership role Demonstrated success leading large-scale hospital operations and driving organizational performance improvements Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills Preferred Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline Ten or more years of executive healthcare leadership experience Proven track record of financial stewardship, operational transformation, and sustainable organizational growth Why West Jefferson Medical Center? At West Jefferson Medical Center, you'll have the opportunity to lead within one of Louisiana's most respected healthcare organizations while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, families, and communities. You'll join a team dedicated to: Delivering exceptional patient-centered care Advancing quality, safety, and service excellence Supporting innovation and growth Investing in our people and our future Making healthcare better for the communities we serve Ready to Make Your Mark? If you are an influential healthcare leader with a passion for operational excellence, strategic growth, and team development, we invite you to bring your expertise to West Jefferson Medical Center and help lead the next chapter of our success. West Jefferson Medical Center | LCMC Health Extraordinary people. Extraordinary care. Extraordinary impact.

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Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary About West Jefferson Medical Center West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited. For over 60 years, we've been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Center and our Leapfrog "Grade A" Hospital Safety distinction Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.