Permanent Executive/C-Suite Chief Executive Officer Leadership Jobs in Montana

President and Chief Executive OfficerValleywise HealthPhoenix, AZThe OpportunityValleywise Health seeks a seasoned, purpose-driven executive with the breadth of experience, judgment, and leadership presence to lead a complex public health system in a highly visible governance environment. Leading Valleywise Health represents a rare opportunity to steward one of the nation’s most essential public health systems at a defining moment in its evolution. As Maricopa County’s public safety-net health system and largest public teaching institution, Valleywise Health operates at the intersection of public accountability, academic medicine, and complex clinical care. The next President and Chief Executive Officer will inherit a system with a strong financial foundation, a deeply mission-driven workforce, and a clear public mandate for transformation—alongside the realities of a rapidly evolving Medicaid environment and heightened expectations for transparency, equity, and performance.The Position The President and Chief Executive Officer serves as the chief executive of the Maricopa County Special Health Care District, doing business as Valleywise Health, and is accountable to a publicly elected Board of Directors for the organization’s overall performance, strategic direction, and long-term sustainability. Working in close partnership with the Board, the President and CEO defines and advances system-wide strategy and serves as Valleywise Health’s principal representative with community leaders, governmental officials, academic partners, and other key stakeholders. This role requires confident leadership within a transparent public governance environment while aligning diverse interests around a shared mission and a clear set of priorities. The President and CEO holds ultimate responsibility for operational, financial, and clinical performance across the system, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and compassionate care in full compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards. A critical dimension of the role is the partnership with District Medical Group (DMG), the affiliated nonprofit physician organization that employs and manages the physicians and advanced practice providers serving Valleywise Health. Through this closed medical staff model, the President and CEO ensures alignment across clinical care, academic programming, physician engagement, and financial sustainability. The President and CEO will also educate and align the Board on complex issues including the professional services agreement and Medicaid funding dynamics and the strategic deployment of Proposition 409 bond proceeds.The Ideal Candidate

• A master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, public health, or a related field is required. Fellowship in the American College of Healthcare Executives or comparable professional credentials are desirable.
• The successful candidate will bring significant senior executive leadership experience within a complex healthcare organization, academic medical center, public hospital system, or similarly sophisticated system. Experience operating in environments characterized by public accountability, multi-stakeholder governance, and evolving reimbursement dynamics is highly valued.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with a governing board, particularly within a public or publicly accountable setting is strongly preferred. The President and CEO must be adept at building trust with board members, communicating complex issues with clarity, and leading with transparency in a public forum.
• A track record of effective partnership with physicians and clinical leaders is critical, particularly within integrated or closed medical staff models. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to align clinical excellence, academic advancement, physician engagement, and financial sustainability. 

The OrganizationValleywise Health, formerly known as Maricopa Integrated Health System, is a comprehensive public health care system deeply rooted in the Phoenix community, serving Maricopa County for more than 140 years. As the region’s public safety-net hospital system and largest public teaching institution, Valleywise Health includes the Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center, behavioral health hospitals, community and comprehensive health centers, and a strong academic and physician training system. Valleywise Health is committed to providing exceptional care without exception, every patient, every time, and plays a vital role in advancing access, equity, and community health across Maricopa County.The LocationGreater Phoenix is one of the fastest-growing major metropolitan regions in the United States, with a population approaching five million and a diversified, innovation-driven economy. Strong academic institutions, expanding healthcare, biosciences, and technology sectors, and sustained corporate investment make the region professionally compelling for senior leaders. The area also offers a high quality of life. Cultural institutions, family-friendly amenities, and a deep connection to the Sonoran Desert contribute to an environment where executives and their families can build long-term roots. Year-round sunshine, outdoor access, professional sports, and a growing arts community provide balance to the demands of leading a complex organization. Compared to many coastal markets, Greater Phoenix offers relatively accessible housing and a competitive overall tax environment, reinforcing its appeal as both a professional and personal destination.Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to: Richard Heishmanrichard.heishman@amnhealthcare.comAbout B.E. Smith Leadership Solutions, Executive and Physician Leadership Search B.E. Smith Leadership Solutions, Executive and Physician Leadership Search, is a retained executive search firm serving the healthcare and life sciences industries. Ranked as one of the top healthcare recruiting firms in the country, B.E. Smith Leadership Solutions, is known for leading healthcare into the future by its growing base of clients across the country, drawing on a national pool of candidates.#BESmith#BESRecruiting#LI-RH1

Chief Executive OfficerColumbus Regional HealthColumbus, IN  The Opportunity: Columbus Regional Health (CRH) is in search of a distinguished, mission-driven President & Chief Executive Officer to steer this community-oriented health system into its next chapter of growth, transformation, and operational excellence. This role offers a dynamic, performance-focused leader the ability to build upon CRH’s rich legacy—promoting organizational revitalization, improving financial performance, cultivating leadership talent, and enhancing the system’s capacity to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare to the Indiana communities it serves. The Position:  The President & Chief Executive Officer of CRH serves as the organization’s top executive leader, responsible for guiding the strategy, operations, financial performance, and cultural direction of the health system. Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the President & CEO will provide decisive, transparent, and forward-looking leadership to ensure CRH delivers high-quality, patient-centered care while navigating the evolving needs of the community and the complexities of today’s healthcare environment. This executive will oversee all system functions—including clinical operations, financial stewardship, workforce engagement, medical staff relations, and strategic growth—and will collaborate closely with the Board, medical staff, and senior leadership team to advance organizational priorities. The President & CEO will lead efforts to strengthen organizational stability, improve operational performance, drive excellence in quality and safety, and position CRH for sustainable long-term success. The Ideal Candidate:  

• Master’s degree in hospital administration (MHA), business administration (MBA), or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience required, with at least 5 years in a senior or executive leadership capacity strongly preferred.
• Prior CEO experience highly preferred.
• Experience within an independent, community-based health care environment.

 The Organization: Columbus Regional Health is an independent health system based in southcentral Indiana, with net patient revenue of approximately $509 million, and a proud member of the Cleveland Clinic Connected program. We hold a more than 108-year history as a premier healthcare provider in the state, and a top employer in our flagship community of Columbus, Indiana. Columbus Regional Health (CRH) is comprised of more than 2,600 workforce members, including nearly 200 physicians and 150 volunteers. Columbus Regional Hospital, the system’s anchor facility, is a 225-bed non-profit, providing emergency and surgical services and comprehensive care in numerous specialty areas. Columbus Regional Health Physicians offers a network of primary and specialty care physicians. The Location: Columbus, Indiana – with a population of about 50,000 – is known for artistic and architectural appeal. Columbus is ranked sixth in the nation for Architectural Innovation and Design by the American Institute of Architects, right behind Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Boston, and Washington DC. The community is home to eight buildings designated as National Historic Landmarks by the National Park Service and most of the structures in the downtown are on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also home to the headquarters of Fortune 500 Company Cummins, which is a hub for manufacturing, and maintains a strong agricultural presence. Columbus is proud to be a welcoming place for residents and visitors alike and strives to be the best community of its size in the nation. For more information: https://www.columbus.in.govPlease direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:  Richard Heishmanrichard.heishman@amnhealthcare.com About B.E. Smith Leadership Solutions, Executive and Physician Leadership Search  B.E. Smith Leadership Solutions, Executive and Physician Leadership Search, is a retained executive search firm serving the healthcare and life sciences industries. Ranked as one of the top healthcare recruiting firms in the country, B.E. Smith Leadership Solutions, is known for leading healthcare into the future by its growing base of clients across the country, drawing on a national pool of candidates. #BESmith#BESRecruiting#LI-RH1

Nashville General Hospital (NGH), a publicly supported, academically affiliated community hospital in Nashville, TN, has exclusively retained AMN Healthcare to lead the search for a strategic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to usher the organization through a critical chapter – restoring stability, strengthening partnerships, and shaping a sustainable future for a hospital that serves as a lifeline to its community.As Nashville’s publicly owned essential hospital, NGH plays a vital role in caring for the city’s most vulnerable populations while serving as a teaching hospital in partnership with Meharry Medical College. The institution carries deep historical significance and public visibility, operating with a strong civic mandate in one of the fastest growing and most competitive healthcare markets in the country.This role calls for a visible, resilient, and highly credible leader—someone comfortable operating under scrutiny, navigating public governance, and making difficult decisions while honoring the hospital’s mission and legacy. The next CEO must be a leader who can translate internal momentum into greater community relevance, improved utilization, and disciplined execution, positioning the organization for long-term sustainability in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will lead the executive team and work closely with the Board, medical staff, Meharry Medical College, Metro Nashville leadership, and community partners to ensure high-quality care, financial stability, regulatory compliance, and mission fulfillment.The CEO will be responsible for:

• Partner with the Board and executive leadership to shape, execute, and continuously refine a multi-year strategy aligned with the hospital’s mission, civic role, and market realities.
• Provide executive-level oversight of hospital operations, with the ability to assess operational efficiency, clinical and non-clinical performance metrics, throughput, staffing models, and management effectiveness. Use data, benchmarks, and performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, safe, and cost-effective care, with clear accountability for clinical outcomes, patient experience, and regulatory compliance.
• Build a culture of performance excellence, engagement, and continuous improvement that supports long-term stability and credibility.
• Strengthen trust-based relationships with the medical staff through consistent communication, collaboration, and shared governance.
• Lead physician recruitment and service-line development aligned with community needs, academic priorities, and the hospital’s defined strategic role.
• Oversee community and charity care programs, including ambulatory models and access models designed to reduce avoidable emergency department utilization and improve population health outcomes.
• Serve as the primary external ambassador to Metro leadership, academic partners, regulators, and community stakeholders, rebuilding trust and advancing collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem.

This CEO will be a forward-thinking healthcare executive with proven experience in organizational growth, strategic planning, and operational leadership. The CEO will bring a track record of guiding healthcare organizations through periods of expansion, a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities of practicing in competitive healthcare markets, and a deep commitment to the mission and purpose of the organization.For additional information about the position or to provide recommendations, please contact:Mick Ruel, PrincipalAMN Leadership SolutionsExecutive and Physician Leadership Searchmick.ruel@amnhealthcare.comJulie Dieter, Senior ConsultantAMN Leadership SolutionsExecutive and Physician Leadership SearchJulie.dieter@amnhealthcare.comHisham Siddiqi, ConsultantAMN Leadership SolutionsExecutive and Physician Leadership Searchhisham.siddiqi@AMNhealthcare.com#BESmith#BESRecruiting#LI-HS1