Ringgold County Hospital (RCH), a county-owned Critical Access Hospital located in Mount Ayr, Iowa, is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our organization into its next chapter of growth, stability, and excellence.
For more than 75 years, RCH has proudly served residents of Ringgold County and surrounding communities by providing compassionate, high-quality healthcare close to home. As a community-focused healthcare organization and one of the area’s largest employers, RCH is built on strong relationships, dedicated employees, and a commitment to caring for our neighbors.
RCH is seeking a visionary healthcare executive who will partner with the Board of Trustees, medical staff, leadership team, employees, and community members to strengthen and advance the future of rural healthcare.
The CEO will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight while fostering a culture aligned with RCH’s ICARE values: Integrity, Compassion, Attitude, Respect, and Excellence.
The ideal candidate will be a servant leader who understands the unique opportunities and challenges of rural healthcare and has the vision, experience, and relationship-building skills to guide a mission-driven organization.
If you are a collaborative healthcare leader who believes rural communities deserve exceptional care close to home, we invite you to apply.
- Provide strategic vision and executive leadership for all hospital operations
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Partner with the Board of Trustees to establish priorities and achieve organizational goals
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Lead RCH through continued growth and organizational development
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Strengthen financial sustainability and operational performance
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Support recruitment and retention of physicians, providers, and healthcare professionals
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Build strong relationships with employees, medical staff, patients, community members, and partners
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Foster a culture of trust, accountability, communication, and teamwork
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Promote patient safety, quality improvement, and service excellence
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Identify opportunities to expand services while preserving access to rural healthcare
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Develop strategic partnerships that support the long-term success of RCH
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Advocate for the needs of the community and the future of rural healthcare
- Lead a respected, community-focused Critical Access Hospital
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Make a meaningful impact on healthcare access in rural Iowa
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Work alongside a dedicated leadership team and committed employees
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Partner with a supportive Board of Trustees
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Shape the future direction of an established healthcare organization
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Enjoy the opportunity to build lasting relationships within the community
Required:
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Progressive healthcare executive leadership experience
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Hospital leadership experience
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Demonstrated success in strategic planning, financial oversight, and organizational leadership
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Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
Preferred:
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Critical Access Hospital experience
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Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, nursing, public health, or related field
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Previous CEO experience or experience serving in a senior executive role (CFO, CNO, COO, etc.)
Benefits
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Health Insurance: Coverage for medical, dental, and vision care.
- Unlimited PTO
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Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) / Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Accounts for employees to set aside pre-tax money for medical expenses.
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IPERS: a pension plan for public employees in Iowa.
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Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs): Confidential counseling and referral services for work-life issues.
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Tuition Reimbursement: Assistance with education costs or professional certification.
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Professional Development: Access to training, conferences, or mentorship programs.
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Life Insurance: Provides a death benefit to beneficiaries.
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Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage for illness or injury.
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Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance: Pays benefits in case of accidents resulting in death or disability.
Ringgold County Hospital
Services provided by our 16-bed critical access hospital have expanded far beyond inpatient care. We now provide same-day outpatient surgeries, infusion therapy, cardiopulmonary rehab, physical therapy, sleep studies, medical imaging, and more.
The hospital also owns and operates the Ringgold County Ambulance Service and the Mount Ayr Medical Clinic. We also regularly host specialty outpatient clinics, so our patients have access to the specialist care they need, when and where they need it. We are continually adding new services and equipment as resources permit, so we can continue to serve as your partner in health.
Mount Ayr Medical Clinic is our rural health clinic located within Ringgold County Hospital. The current facilities were built in 2009 and features modern, large, and spacious. The physicians at Mount Ayr Medical Clinic treat patients of all ages between the hours of 7 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. The clinic also functions much like an urgent care facility, treating those without life-threatening symptoms but who require immediate medical attention.
Community
Mount Ayr is located near the Iowa - Missouri border and is the county seat of Ringgold County, Iowa. Surrounding communities include Diagonal, Kellerton, Tingley, Ellston, Beaconsfield, Redding, Delphos, Maloy, Sun Valley Lake, and Benton.
Ringgold County is a popular destination for hunters and anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Local parks, museums, and lakes provide a wide range of recreational opportunities. In the Mount Ayr area, you can fish, boat, cross-country ski, run trails, and more. The City of Mount Ayr welcomes you to explore the Lucky Lanes bowling alley, Princess Theater, Judge Lewis Park and its outdoor swimming pool, Mount Ayr Golf & Country Club, and several county parks. There are many shops and restaurants that appeal to a variety of tastes and interests located close to the town square business district.
To ensure compliance with our company policies and regulatory requirements. Successful completion of a drug and alcohol screen is a mandatory condition of employment.
Ringgold County Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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