Assistant Chief Executive Officer (ACEO) - Granbury, TX

Lake Granbury Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 73-bed hospital providing a wide range of medical care, surgical and rehabilitation services to residents in Hood, Somervell and Erath County. We are accredited by the Joint Commission and boast a TJC Acute Heart Attack Ready program, sleep lab and radiology program.

Finding a healthcare provider close to home is easier than ever! For your convenience, Lakeside Physicians has several locations throughout Granbury, Glen Rose and Stephenville.

From a stomach ache to something more serious, you need a provider you can trust with the well-being of your family. Fortunately, Lakeside Physicians has an office close by to help. We proudly serve patients in Hood, Erath and Somervell counties.

We believe in the power of people to create great care. We're 595 healthcare professionals strong. We are located in the center of Hood County to better serve you. And we work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.

Mission and Vision
Mission: Lake Granbury Medical Center will be the area's provider of choice by delivering quality care and service.

Vision: Lake Granbury Medical Center will be the model community hospital by setting the standard in:

• Quality and safety
• Service
• Employee satisfaction
• Efficiency
• Growth

Job Summary

The Assistant Chief Executive Officer (ACEO) is a key member of the hospital's senior leadership team and participates in operational and strategic decision-making processes that drive the hospital's mission, performance, and growth. The ACEO supports the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in overseeing hospital operations, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. This role may include leadership over ancillary departments, coordination of operational projects, and participation in initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and financial sustainability. The position serves as part of the leadership development program and will require future relocation to prepare for advancement within the organization.

Essential Functions

• Assists the CEO in developing, implementing, and executing hospital-wide strategic goals, initiatives, and performance objectives.
• Serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO on hospital operations, business strategy, financial performance, and compliance matters.
• Oversees day-to-day operational activities of assigned departments, ensuring efficient, high-quality, and patient-centered service delivery.
• Collaborates with executive and department leadership to align operational priorities with organizational strategy and mission.
• Participates in hospital financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation processes to support fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency.
• Reviews and analyzes financial and operational data to identify cost-saving opportunities and performance improvement initiatives.
• Partners with the CFO and finance team to monitor financial performance and optimize the hospital’s overall financial health.
• Coordinates and leads operational improvement and service line development projects as directed by the CEO.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervision and Staff Management
  • Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
  • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
  • Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
  • Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
  • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  • Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
  • Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as