Chief Operating Officer (COO) Greater Washington D.C. Area

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to serve as a senior executive leader with a focus on operational performance, organizational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability. The COO will be responsible for translating strategy into execution, providing leadership for various operational functions, and strengthening accountability and performance in response to a changing healthcare environment. This role requires a collaborative, bottom-up leader who can retool structures and workflows, engage frontline teams, and bring a practical digital-first mindset to improving care delivery and the patient and staff experience. The successful candidate will work closely with the executive team to ensure that care is accessible, high-quality, compliant, and sustainable, and will be involved in the development and operationalization of care models that enhance access, quality, and financial sustainability. Applicants for the COO position at the company should have a Master's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 10 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience, with a strong preference for those with a background in safety-net healthcare organizations. The role demands a leader with a proven track record in improving operational and financial performance, as well as experience in developing and implementing new care models and services. Proficiency in Lean or comparable continuous-improvement methodologies, a strong understanding of healthcare compliance, and the financial dynamics of ambulatory care are essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic and operational thinker, with strong leadership, communication, and team-development skills, and a commitment to the mission and values of the organization, including health equity and service to underserved populations.

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Mary's Center