MI – Chief Executive Officer – Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians

JOB TITLE:

Chief Executive Officer

DEPARTMENT:

Sault Tribe Health Division

SUPERVISOR:

Board of Directors

SALARY:

$207,600 – $220,057

JOB SUMMARY:

The Health Division CEO is responsible for the overall strategic direction, management, and administration of the Health Division, ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services to the community while upholding cultural sensitivity and respect. This position leads and supports culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement among staff, promoting teamwork and professional development.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides visionary leadership to the Health Division ensuring alignment with Sault Tribe’s mission, values, and strategic objectives.
  • Oversees all aspects of operations including, but not limited to, clinical services, administrative functions, finance, human resources, strategy, and quality improvement.
  • Develops and implements strategic plans to enhance each clinic’s services, improves patient outcomes, and expands access to healthcare within the community.
  • Conduct ongoing feasibility studies in exploration of enhanced or new clinical service considerations.
  • Recruits, trains, mentors, and evaluates staff members to maintain a competent and motivated workforce.
  • Serves as a liaison between the Health Division’s leadership team, the Board of Directors, and other stakeholders to advocate for the healthcare needs of the community.
  • Fosters positive relationships with the Tribe’s leaders, Community Members, and stakeholders to understand healthcare needs and preferences.
  • Develops initiatives to enhance community engagement and participation in clinic programs and services.
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements including those specific to Tribal healthcare organizations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health or a related field required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare administration, preferably in a Tribal or community health setting in addition to above stated education requirement.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

  • Doctoral degree (MD, JD, PhD)
  • Five years serving as CEO, COO, CAO or other top-level executive position in Tribal healthcare.

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