Chief Operating Officer, Central Puget Sound

DescriptionCalling All Esteemed LeadersAre you a seasoned, missiondriven healthcare executive who excels at translating strategy into operational excellence? Do you thrive in complex environments where clinical quality, financial stewardship, and caregiver engagement must work in harmony? If so, the Chief Operating Officer role at Swedish Medical Center offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of the region's most respected healthcare institutions.As a key member of the executive leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in advancing Swedish Medical Center's mission, strengthening operational performance, and ensuring exceptional care for the communities we serve.This position will oversee Swedish First Hill & Cherry Hill, along with Issaquah and Ballard campuses.The RoleReporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer of Swedish Health Services, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Swedish Medical Center (SMC) provides executive leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for all aspects of hospital operations in Seattle, Washington.Under the general direction of the CEO, the COO serves as the primary operational leader of Swedish Medical Center, working in close partnership with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to implement SMC's strategic plan and oversee daytoday operations. This role is accountable for aligning operational execution with clinical excellence, financial performance, regulatory compliance, and the Mission and Values.The COO provides highlevel administrative oversight across the organization, ensuring operational systems, processes, and teams are positioned to deliver safe, highquality, efficient, and patientcentered care.What You'll DoOperational Excellence & Performance LeadershipMonitor, assess, and continuously enhance operational processes to achieve key hospital objectives and performance metrics.Lead initiatives that improve quality of care, patient safety, resource utilization, and overall stakeholder satisfaction.Maintain accountability for Swedish Medical Center's operating budget, staff productivity and efficiency, key contracts, and operational performance for select service lines.Strategic Execution & Business LeadershipTranslate strategic priorities into operational reality by aligning communication, accountability, resources, and performance measurement systems.Partner with executive leadership to establish and execute longterm strategies that respond to evolving market dynamics, regulatory requirements, and healthcare delivery models.Leverage strong business acumen to manage complex financial operations and identify opportunities for sustainable growth and efficiency.Clinical, Community & Stakeholder PartnershipsEstablish and sustain strong relationships with physicians, caregivers, hospital and regional leadership, community board members, government officials, and external partners.Cultivate trusted partnerships across the health system to advance clinical, operational, and strategic objectives.Serve as a visible and credible leader representing Swedish Medical Center across regional and community forums.MissionDriven Leadership & CultureRole model and actively lead with Mission and Core Values through daily language, behaviors, and decisions.Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, innovation, and continuous improvement.Empower leaders and caregivers through thoughtful delegation, clear expectations, and shared ownership of outcomes.Talent Development & Change LeadershipBuild and sustain systems that attract, develop, engage, and retain highperforming and diverse healthcare talent.Coach and develop leaders to strengthen organizational capability and readiness for future ch

Created: 2026-03-07