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MCHC Health Centers

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Description & Requirements Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Arizona Kidney Disease and Hypertension ... Develop and expand strategic partnerships with dialysis providers, hospitals, health systems, and ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic health system ceo in the United States is $55,572.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,500.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Academic Health System CEO do?

An Academic Health System CEO leads and manages the overall operations of a health system that combines patient care, medical education, and research. Their responsibilities include setting strategic direction, ensuring financial sustainability, fostering collaboration between hospitals and affiliated medical schools, and maintaining high standards of patient care and clinical training. They also work closely with faculty, staff, and community partners to advance the institution's mission and drive innovation in healthcare delivery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Academic Health System CEO?

To thrive as an Academic Health System CEO, you need extensive experience in healthcare administration, advanced degrees such as an MHA, MBA, or MD, and a proven track record of leading complex organizations. Familiarity with hospital information systems, financial management software, and regulatory compliance frameworks is essential. Exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and strong communication skills are crucial for aligning diverse stakeholders and driving organizational success. These abilities are vital for navigating the complexities of academic healthcare, ensuring operational excellence, and advancing the institution's mission in education, research, and patient care.

What are some unique challenges faced by an Academic Health System CEO compared to leaders in non-academic healthcare settings?

An Academic Health System CEO must balance the complex missions of patient care, medical education, and research, which can sometimes have competing priorities. Unlike non-academic healthcare leaders, they collaborate closely with university leadership, manage partnerships with medical schools, and oversee clinical, educational, and research enterprises simultaneously. Navigating these intersecting responsibilities requires strategic vision and relationship-building skills, as well as a deep understanding of regulatory, accreditation, and funding issues unique to academic environments.

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Infographic showing various Academic Health System Ceo job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,572 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Forrest City, AR • On-site

Quorum Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

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Job description

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Forrest City Medical Center - Forrest City, Arkansas
Relocation Package Available
Forrest City Medical Center is your community medical provider, serving Eastern Arkansas and its residents. Forrest City Medical Center is a118 bed Acute Care facility located 40 minutes west of Memphis, TN and less than 90 miles for Little Rock, AR.
We offer:
  • Generous relocation package
  • Medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs

General Summary:
As a member of the hospital's senior management team at Forrest City Medical Center, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will participate in operational decision-making processes necessary for the successful attainment of the hospital's mission in addition to maintaining an awareness of changes in healthcare matters that could have an impact on the success of the hospital.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Works with system management to develop and implement policies and procedures, short- and long-range goals, objectives and plans
  • Provide leadership to hospital managers, directors and officers that will enroll support, create ownership of goals and encourage actively participate in decisions that impact the hospital
  • Develop and maintain positive relations with the community that the hospital is located as well as the community leaders
  • Plans and directs all aspects of the organizations policies, objectives and initiatives
  • Responsible for the short- and long-term profitability of the facility
  • Other duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to meet regulatory and compliance approvals and quality accreditations
  • Ability to lead and direct the work of others
  • Responsible for the administrative aspects of leading the department/ team to include budgeting, time approvals, staff evaluations and expense approvals

Work Experience, Education and Certifications:
  • Master's degree in hospital administration and / or business administration preferred
  • 5+ years of demonstrated successful leadership in a healthcare facility, which includes but is not limited to: building relationships with board members, physicians, hospital employees and community desired

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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