Vice President, Administrator

Job Description:

Responsible for the overall strategic direction and operational leadership of the Detroit Lakes (DL) campus and services. Scope includes the hospital, RHC-aligned ambulatory clinics, long-term care, assisted living, and home care. Leads day-to-day operations (ancillary and professional services), care delivery models, provider partnership and recruitment support, organizational design, staffing, operating/capital budget stewardship, performance improvement, and facility planning and utilization. Serves as a key member of the West Market Operations Team, partnering across the matrix with medical leadership and corporate Shared Services to advance quality, experience, growth, and financial performance.

Masters in Health Care Administration, Business Administration or related field of study.

Required

• 5+ years of progressive healthcare management experience at the Director level or above (hospital/clinic operations or significant service line leadership).

• Demonstrated success leading in a matrix organization with Shared Services collaboration.

• Proven experience partnering with physicians/clinicians to improve quality, access, and growth.

• Track record of operational execution (KPIs, leader standard work, throughput, reliability) and financial stewardship.

• Knowledge of rural health operations and regulatory requirements; familiarity with RHC constructs.

Preferred

• 7+ years progressive leadership including multi-site or market integration experience.

• Experience in long-term care, assisted living, and/or home care operations.

• Reports to Chief Operating Officer, West Market.

• On-site role; must reside in the Detroit Lakes community. (Park Rapids may be considered; DL residency strongly preferred.)

• Full-time, leadership schedule with on-site presence expected; occasional travel within the West market.

• Operational Leadership: Direct daily operations for DL hospital, clinics (RHC-aligned), LTC/AL, and Home Care; ensure access, throughput, service, and reliability.

• Strategic Alignment: Translate system and West market strategies into local execution; set goals, KPIs, and operating rhythms using leader standard work
  .

• Matrix
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Engage Shared Services (e.g., HR, Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, Quality, IT) early and effectively; coordinate campus-wide/system-wide services.

• Physician/Clinician Partnership: Partner with medical leaders (e.g., division/section chairs) on service line performance, growth, and care redesign; support provider recruitment and onboarding in collaboration with physician leadership and TA.

• Quality, Safety &
  
  Experience:
  
  Hardwire a high-reliability culture; ensure regulatory and survey readiness (including RHC requirements) and continuous performance improvement.

• Financial Stewardship: Develop and manage operating and capital budgets; drive productivity, cost management, and margin improvements while maintaining quality.

• Talent & Culture: Build high-performing teams; strengthen retention and engagement; mentor leaders; model Essentia values and culture.

• Community Leadership: Serve as Essentia’s senior leader in Detroit Lakes
  ; build strong relationships with civic, community, and partner organizations.

No certification/licensure required.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at .

Job Location: St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes

Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: /

Hours Per Pay Period: 80

Compensation Range: $228467 - $342701 / year

Union:

FTE: 1

Weekends:

Call Obligations:

Sign On Bonus: