Chief Operating Officer jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Chief Operating Officer leads the planning and development of an organization's operational objectives and initiatives. Develops strategies and oversees the execution of plans to attain short- and long-term financial and mission-critical operational goals. Being a Chief Operating Officer directs the development of the organization's functional capacity that will produce sustainable growth and minimize risk. Develops operating budgets. Additionally, Chief Operating Officer establishes effective operational policies and procedures. Typically requires a master's degree. Typically reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Responsible for the development of functional or business unit strategy for the entire organization. Defines corporate vision and strategy establishes company direction and focus. Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve overall corporate goals. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Chief Operating Officer
  • Salud Para La Gente
  • Watsonville, CA FULL_TIME
  • Description

    Salud Para La Gente (SALUD) provides high quality, comprehensive and cost-effective healthcare to underserved low-income communities in the Monterey Bay area, including Santa Cruz County and North Monterey County. We began in Watsonville 1978 as a storefront “free clinic,” and with the ever growing need for health services, in 1992 became a federally qualified community health center (FQHC). Today we are a primary health care network with 11 clinic sites, over 400 employees and continue to provide high quality services to patients of all ages.


    SALUD offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a collaborative culture that values excellence, achievement, innovation and compassion.   


    POSITION: CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO)


    DESCRIPTION: The Chief Operations Officer (COO) is responsible for the general operations of Salud Para La Gente (Salud). Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer and Chief Financial Officer, the COO acts as a leader, facilitator, strategic planner, developer, communicator, and change agent to ensure that Salud initiatives are implemented, monitored and improved. The COO provides leadership and oversight to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. The role also leads Salud’s patient satisfaction improvement efforts, achievement of visit revenue projections as budgeted, and the execution of its quality and practice transformation strategies. The COO is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, which is responsible for setting the agency’s goals and direction and maintaining alignment with Salud’s mission and vision. This position is responsible for administrative decisions in the absence of the Chief Executive Officer.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential functions include but are not limited to clinical operations:

    • In partnership with the CMO, provide leadership to Saluds clinical departments across both primary care and specialty care. Together the COO and CMO are accountable for building high functioning department teams focused on delivering exceptional clinical quality and patient care. The position oversess Salud’s nursing, front office and care coordination staff.  
    • Translate Salud strategic objectives into operations. 
    • Direct the effective use of resources to support Salud’s operational objectives.  
    • Ensure that efficient systems for care delivery are in place. 
    • Champion departmental and multi-specialty patient care improvement initiatives.   
    • Guide the implementation and improvement of services, programs and workflows. 
    • Engage in the development and implementation of the quality improvement and practice transformation efforts, to include population health and disease management strategies.
    • Provide leadership and oversight to Salud’s operational support functions, which includes the Appointment and Advice Center, Provider and Staff Scheduling, Interpreter Services, Medical Records and Outside Referrals.
    • Ensure high levels of service performance within each functional department.  
    • Promote a culture that is focused on collaboration with internal stakeholders.   
    • Foster strong integration, effective coordination and solid teamwork between functional leaders and clinical department leaders.  
    • Direct the efficient use of departmental resources.   
    • Provide oversight to Salud’s Community Health Services function. In conjunction with the CEO, define the community health priorities of the organization to ensure that they align with Salud’s strategic plan. Advance and leverage external stakeholder partnerships. 
    • Working with the CFO, coordinate financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and/or increase efficiency. Accountable for the budgetary performance of Salud’s clinical departments and operational support functions. 
    • Prepare budgets for approval, including those for grant funding or implementation of programs. Ensure budgets and grant proposals align with operations. 
    • Work with department leaders to review budgetary performance.
    • In close collaboration with the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO): 
    • support and implement professional development for department managers, leads and teams
    • represent Salud patient’s interests when communicating with labor
    • participate in union meetings and labor negotiations
    • Support and collaborate closely with the CEO on strategic planning, decision-making, and overall leadership of the organization. Represents the CEO at internal and external meetings, functions, and events as required, effectively conveying the CEO's vision and directives to various stakeholders. Possesses authority to make critical operational and strategic decisions in the absence of the CEO, ensuring the continuity of business operations and adherence to the company's mission and values.
    • Ensure that SPLG’s patient care and operations meet regulatory compliance requirements. Interpret policies, rules, regulations, or laws relevant to the organization. 
    • Perform other related duties as assigned.

    Knowledge of: 

    • Health care administration in a non-profit ambulatory care environment.
    • Regulations affecting community health care clinic delivery systems. 

    Ability to: 

    • Lead through Influence – demonstrate success in leading through influence and exerts positive influence in others to build trust and become a true driving force toward excellence.
    • Be a Change Leader – Extensive experience leading change, even during uncertain times, with unclear guidelines and/or parameters.
    • Be a Relationship Builder – demonstrate expert relationship-building capabilities. Maintains productive relationships during times of disagreement and connects with a diverse group of individuals.
    • Communicate the vision, strategy, and performance issues to the organization.  
    • Inspire commitment and energize others to achieve performance excellence.


    Requirements

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Bachelor’s Degree 
    • Five years’ experience in a health care setting, with a minimum of two years in a senior management role.

    Preferred qualifications:

    • MPH, MHA, or MBA
    • FQHC experience
    • Prior experience as a Chief Operations Officer
    • Bilingual, Spanish/English

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    • Standing, walking, sitting, typing, reaching, may move or lift up to 25 pounds.

      

    SALARY & BENEFITS

    Salary Range:  $204,276.47 - $248,299.32/year


    Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurances, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Long Term Disability, 4O1K with employer contribution, FSA for dependent care, PTO and Holiday Pay.



    **Salud is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Salud is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Salud Human Resources Department, [831-728-8250, and HRDept@splg.org].**

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Chief Executive Officer
  • Habitat for Humanity - Americorps
  • Santa Cruz, CA FULL_TIME
  • Chief Executive Officer Responsible to: HfHMB Board of DirectorsStaff reporting to the Chief Executive Officer: Director of Operations, Director of Finance and Human Resources, Director of Resource De...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Associate Chief Medical Officer- PEDS
  • Salud Para La Gente
  • Watsonville, CA FULL_TIME
  • Description Salud Para La Gente (SALUD) provides high quality, comprehensive and cost-effective full scope primary care services to underserved, low-income communities in the Monterey Bay area, includ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Chief Financial Officer - B2B EXIT & B2B CFO
  • B2B CFO
  • Watsonville, CA FULL_TIME
  • Seeking An Experienced CFOAre you a driven and entrepreneurial CFO with experience in helping business owners improve their business? Would you like to guide business owners in selling or buying priva...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Market Chief Financial Officer - Bay Area, CA
  • Camp Recovery Center
  • Scotts, CA FULL_TIME
  • Overview Acadia Healthcare is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States. Acadia operates a growing network of 250 plus behavioral healthcare facilities with approxi...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Associate Chief Medical Officer- Family Practice
  • Salud Para La Gente
  • Watsonville, CA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionSalud Para La Gente (SALUD) provides high quality, comprehensive and cost-effective healthcare to underserved low-income communities in the Monterey Bay area, including Santa Cruz County an...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Cofounder and Chief Investment / Operating Officer
  • AiLifePay
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • Equity: 10% (Vesting over 4 years) Co-Founder Position! Strong interest to Build Sustainable Fintech At AiLifePay Inc., ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Data Center Sales Representative
  • EPI - Enterprise Products Integration Pte Ltd
  • Morgan Hill, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Sales Representative Remote; United States of America Reporting To: Chief Operations Off...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Large U.S. Multinational Corporation
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Executive Assistant COMPENSATION: Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Career Group
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • Our client, a global investment firm, is seeking a bright and wonderful Executive Assistant to support a Partner on thei...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Career Group
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • A Highly Reputable Venture Capital Firm in Menlo Park is seeking a polished and bright Executive Assistant to join their...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Russell Tobin
  • Cupertino, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Our client, a leading technology company, is seeking an organized senior Administrative ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Top Realtor
  • Campbell, CA
  • Job Description Job Description A growing top small residential real estate brokerage team in Silicon Valley seeks a hig...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Destination: Home - Senior Director of Housing Initiatives
  • Silicon Valley Community Foundation
  • San Jose, CA
  • ABOUT DESTINATION: HOME Destination: Home, a 501(c)3 supporting organization of Silicon Valley Community Foundation is a...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Cruz (/ˈsæntə ˈkruːz/, Spanish: Holy Cross) is the county seat and largest city of Santa Cruz County, California. As of 2013 the U.S. Census Bureau estimated Santa Cruz's population at 62,864. Situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, about 32 mi (51 km) south of San Jose and 75 mi (120 km) south of San Francisco, the city is part of the 12-county San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland Combined Statistical Area. Santa Cruz is known for its moderate climate, natural environment, coastline, redwood forests, alternative community lifestyles, and socially liberal leanings. It is also home to th...
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