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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Critical Access Hospital

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial operations of our Critical Access Hospital. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health and sustainability of a vital healthcare facility dedicated to serving our community. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in healthcare finance, leadership, and regulatory compliance, ensuring the hospital's fiscal integrity and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop, implement, and oversee financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts to support the hospital’s mission and operational goals

- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid requirements

- Manage financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and present findings to executive leadership and board of directors

- Oversee Revenue Cycle and reimbursement processes to maximize billing efficiency and effectiveness

- Lead financial audits and coordinate with external auditors to ensure accuracy and compliance

- Monitor cash flow, manage investments, and optimize financial resources

- Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to support cost containment and revenue enhancement initiatives

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of healthcare industry trends, reimbursement policies, and regulatory changes affecting hospital finances

- Supervise finance department staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

Skills and Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred

- Proven experience as a CFO or senior financial leader within a Hospital setting, preferably in a Critical Access Hospital

- Strong understanding of Revenue Cycle, healthcare reimbursement, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer systems

- Excellent financial analysis, budgetary, financial planning, and reporting skills

- Knowledge of healthcare compliance standards and regulatory requirements

- Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a diverse team

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, community-focused environment

 Summary of FT benefits available: 

 •Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from, including a Health Savings Account option 

 •Wellness based premium discount through our Premium Credit Plan  

•Comprehensive Dental Insurance 

 •Your Best Health Program 

 •$50,000 of Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by MMC 

 •Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance 

 •Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance  

•Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance

  •Group Accident Insurance

  •Group Critical Illness Insurance

  •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

 •Health and Welfare Employee Advocacy Center (Client Advocate Center) 

 •Retirement program  

•Health fairs 

 •Paid Time Off program

  •Extended Illness Bank

  •Tuition reimbursement 

 •Credit Union Enrollment Option 

 •Fitness Center Discounts 

Your Calling. Our Community. Where You Belong.

In Morgan County, neighbors become friends and friends become family. When you join Morgan Medical Center, you become part of a team that cares deeply for its community and for one another.

If healthcare is your calling, you deserve a place where your expertise is valued, your voice is respected, and your work makes a visible difference. Here, relationships drive care. Patients are not numbers - they’re people we know. And colleagues are not coworkers – they’re teammates committed to shared excellence.

Since opening our new hospital in 2018, Morgan Medical Center has evolved into a trusted regional healthcare destination delivering advanced clinical services while preserving the personal touch that defines rural medicine at its best. Our growth means expanded specialties, advanced technology, and meaningful professional opportunity for clinicians and leaders who want to practice with purpose.

At Morgan Medical Center: You will  be known. You will be valued. You will belong. You will Practice at a Higher Level

• Level IV Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency medicine–trained, board-certified physicians
• Georgia DPH Designated Remote Stroke Treatment Center
• Expanded surgical services in Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Breast Cancer Care
• Advanced imaging including SPECT/CT, 3D mammography and wide-bore MRI
• Inpatient rehabilitation/swing bed program supporting recovery across the post-acute care continuum

You will Join a Culture of Quality

• DNV-accredited Critical Access Hospital aligned with ISO 9001 quality principles
• Strong focus on patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with accessible leadership
• National recognition from American College of Surgeons, American Heart Association, Becker’s Top 100 and Women’s Choice Award®, and Healthgrades

You will Grow With Purpose

• Opportunities for specialty certification and professional development
• Broad scope of practice with meaningful clinical impact
• A workplace where your experience strengthens the entire organization

At Morgan Medical Center, you’re not just filling a position - you’re answering a calling.

And here, you belong.

Join our dedicated team committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to our community. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in rural healthcare delivery.

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