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Chief Operating Officer Hospital Planning & Integration
State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
Not specified
Type
Full-Time
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March 6, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a top executive who oversees the daily operations and long-term planning of a specialized hospital focused on neurological care and rehabilitation at the University of South Carolina.
The role involves turning big-picture goals into practical actions, ensuring the hospital runs smoothly, stays financially healthy, and works well with the university's academic and medical teams.
It's ideal for an experienced healthcare leader with a strong background in managing hospitals, especially in high-stakes areas like brain and nerve treatments.
Key Requirements
- Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible healthcare leadership experience, including senior operational roles in hospitals or integrated health systems
- Prior experience as a Chief Operating Officer, Senior Vice President, or Vice President of Operations
- Demonstrated experience leading hospital operations, activation, or complex service line integration
- Demonstrated leadership in managing neurosciences service line or comparable high-acuity specialty service line
- Experience in academic medical centers or specialty hospitals
- Expert knowledge of hospital operations, healthcare delivery systems, and financial management
Full Job Description
Department: NCCH Neurological Hospital SCHHS
Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
The Office of Clinical Affairs is excited to announce the opening of the Chief Operating Officer position within the University of South Carolina Neurological and Rehabilitation Hospital.
The Chief Operating Officer (COO ) serves as the senior executive responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the University of South Carolina Neurological Hospital. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, the COO partners closely with and assists the AVP by leading the execution, integration, and day-to-day operations of the hospital from development and activation through ongoing operations.
The COO provides executive oversight of hospital operations, complex healthcare integration models, and performance management, ensuring the hospital is operationally ready, clinically effective, financially sustainable, and aligned with the academic, clinical, and strategic priorities of the University. This role is accountable for translating strategic and clinical vision into a high-performing operational reality for a specialty neurological and rehabilitation hospital.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible healthcare leadership experience, including senior operational roles within hospitals or integrated health systems.
• Prior experience as a Chief Operating Officer, Senior Vice President, or Vice President of Operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading hospital operations, activation, or complex service line integration.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing or overseeing a neurosciences service line or comparable high-acuity specialty service line.
• Experience in academic medical centers or specialty hospitals.
• Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE ).
• Certification in Project Management (PMP ) or Lean/Six Sigma
• Proven ability to operate effectively in complex academic or multi-stakeholder environments.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Expert knowledge of hospital operations and healthcare delivery systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in the strategic and operational management of neurosciences services, including high-acuity inpatient and outpatient care models.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex operational integration efforts.
• Financial and operational acumen with experience managing performance outcomes.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership, physicians, academic partners, and external stakeholders.
• High standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical leadership.
Job Close Date
03/05/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 5, 2026
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
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EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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