Community Hospital Associate Administrator

About This Role

This high-impact leadership role involves driving operational excellence, advancing patient care outcomes, and supporting strategic growth within a community hospital setting. The Associate Administrator partners with the Chief Executive Officer to lead hospital operations and collaborates closely with physicians, nursing leadership, and department directors.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO and executive leadership to drive hospital strategy, operations, and performance outcomes
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care delivery
• Optimize hospital throughput, staffing models, and resource utilization
• Champion process improvement initiatives across departments and service lines
• Support and grow physician relationships and community partnerships
• Identify and execute growth opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness across the hospital

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field
• Demonstrated experience in acute care hospital operations

Nice to have:

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a hospital setting
• Experience leading complex departments, service lines, or hospital-wide initiatives
• Strong understanding of hospital throughput, patient flow, and operational performance metrics
• Experience working collaboratively with physicians and clinical leadership
• Proven ability to lead change, drive results, and influence at the executive level

Benefits

• Serve a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of the community
• Be part of a rapidly growing system with new community hospitals opening
• Work alongside exceptional clinical and administrative leaders
• Make a measurable impact on patient care and community health outcomes
• Join a Top Workplace recognized for culture, collaboration, and purpose

Important Details

• Locations: Retama Community Hospital, Palo Alto Community Hospital

About the Company

University Health is a Top Workplace committed to serving the community, especially the underserved, while building the next generation of healthcare leaders and expanding access through new community hospitals.