Chief Operating Officer

About the Organization

Prime Healthcare is a nationally recognized healthcare system based in Ontario, California. The organization runs 54 hospitals, operates more than 360 outpatient sites across 15 states, and serves over 3 million patient visits each year. With a workforce of more than 60,000 employees and physicians, it is among the largest health systems in the country. Twenty-one of its hospitals are part of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity.

Prime Healthcare is looking to add talented professionals to its corporate leadership team. This opportunity is for a Chief Operating Officer role within one of its acute care hospitals, with the possibility of future openings as well.

Role Summary

The Chief Operating Officer will provide executive leadership for hospital operations, helping drive performance, strengthen internal systems, and support effective coordination across the management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and evaluate the effectiveness of internal and external operational processes.
• Work closely with leadership to design and implement plans that support the hospital’s operating infrastructure.
• Participate in high-impact decisions related to workforce and resource allocation.
• Support hospital operations at the executive level and help ensure smooth day-to-day functioning.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business or a closely related discipline is required.
• At least 10 years of leadership experience in hospital operations is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities are essential.
• The selected candidate must complete Sexual Harassment Certification within 6 months and renew it every two years.

Preferred Qualifications

• A master’s degree in business or a related field is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated total compensation for this position is between $180,000 and $250,000. Final starting pay will be decided at the time of hiring and may depend on factors such as experience, education, skills, credentials, and licensure.

The hospital offers a competitive benefits package that may include paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and additional voluntary benefit choices.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position with daytime hours.

Additional Information

Prime Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age where legally applicable, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Applicants and employees are also protected from harassment on any of these bases.