COO - ACUTE

Job ID: 324995Location: AIKEN, South CarolinaEmployment type: Full-timeCategory: Administration, Chief Operating Officer (COO), ExecutiveDetails: UHS OF DELAWARE INC; Day; Aiken Regional Medical Centers; Not Remote; 40Posted: 2025-09-23Responsibilities One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit UHS is currently recruiting for our COO at Aiken Regional Medical Center located in Aiken, SC, which was named 2018's “Best Small Town in the South” by Southern Living Magazine. Aiken Regional Medical Center opened its doors in 1917 as the Aiken Hospital and Relief Society to provide quality healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities. Today, it is a 273-bed acute care facility offering a comprehensive range of specialties and services. Aiken Regional receives more than 42,000 emergency room visits, performs nearly 9,000 surgeries and delivers over 1,100 babies each year. The hospital has more than 1,200 skilled healthcare/support professionals, a team of more than 200 multi-specialty physicians and 130 volunteers to help the hospital continue to provide quality care. Aiken received an A’ grade in The Leapfrog Group’s Hospital Safety most recently in the Fall 2023. The COO provides day to day operations of the hospital. Implements strategy of CEO and Corporation. Manages hospital departments efficiently and effectively to maximize quality of services and profits of the hospital. This leader also: Directs effective quality operations to maximize return on investment and community reputation. Increases revenues and income before inter-company allocations, maintains or decreases the effective bad debt rate, achieves the margin percentage, and implements operating cost controls in the areas of staffing, supplies, purchased services, etc. Develops and provides quality programs and service to the community. Manages and implements programs to ensure all employees are committed to quality and service. Manages and develops employees. Through appropriate management practices, creates a hospital climate to motivate employees to highest performance. Establishes direction, coaches employees, provides feedback, and builds commitment. This opportunity provides the following: • Challenging and rewarding work environment • Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries • Competitive Compensation • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan • 401k plan with company match • Generous Paid Time Off • Relocation benefits Qualifications · Five years of hospital experience with a minimum of two to three years as a senior level manager is required. · Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred in Business, Health Administration or other closely related field. · Must be organized and be able to manage multiple diverse departments.· Must be detail oriented, focus on nuances of multiple hospital operations, and be able to manage communication with employees and vendors. · Must be able to motivate, inspire, and communicate with individuals and groups. · Knowledge of the financial implications of decisions including budgeting and forecasting is required. If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a rewarding career, please take a moment to share your background with us by applying online. ***UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or e-mails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via e-mail, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the above-listed position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. 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