Chief Executive Officer Jobs in Ohio
Chief Executive Officer jobs in Ohio are open across Cleveland, Lima, and Akron and other Ohio metros, with employers like Kindred Hospitals, Arrow International, and Eide Bailly hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Facility Kindred Hospital Lima
Req ID 555728
Post Date 06/03/2026
Category Executive
Description
Kindred Hospital Lima is a 26-bed long-term acute care hospital offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. We are located downtown Lima on the west side of I-75, with ease access to surrounding shops and restaurants.
Job Summary
Responsible for the strategic planning, managing, directing, coordinating and controlling the overall operations of the hospital with direct day-to-day management responsibility as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Provides leadership to ensure attainment of strategic objectives and the delivery of quality, economical health care services and other related lines of business. Initiates and enforces organization-wide policies and procedures that support the accomplishment of the hospital(s)’ aims, objectives and programs. Directs the short-range and long-range planning functions that develop goals, objectives and strategic plans to ensure quality services and a financially sound organization. Develops and manages the budget for the hospital(s), allocates funds within the budget and ensures that the hospital(s) operate within the budget.
Essential Functions
- Reviews and approves departmental budgets, revenue projections, capital and operational expenses, staffing levels based on patient acuity, and any other plans for allocation of fiscal or other resources according to the scope of services provided at all designated hospitals.
- Reviews and approves the written scope of services, hospital policies and procedures that guide and support the provision and integration of services according to the mission and vision of the designated hospital.
- Directs the coordination and integration of services provided at the hospital.
- Communicates the hospital(s)’ mission, vision and plans with the leadership of the designated hospital(s). Promotes and motivates hospital leadership to implement effective hospital operational, programmatic and employee relations plans.
- Reviews staffing levels with Administrator(s) to ensure sufficient staffing to meet patient acuity, while being financially resourceful.
- Assures that employee performance reviews are conducted timely, with performance expectations and competence clearly defined and necessary improvements noted.
- Assures that the designated hospital(s) provide orientation, in-service training and continuing education to ensure that staff is competent to provide services.
- Reviews all hospital performance improvement plans and activities to measure and assess the quality of services provided. Leads and participates in the planning and creating the hospital(s)’ strategic, operational, service design and other organizational plans and policies to achieve the mission and vision of the designated hospital.
- Directs the strategic planning and marketing for a designated hospital, with input from hospital, Region and Division leadership.
- Ensures that all policies established by the Governing Body are implemented appropriately.
- Prepares and submits an annual budget for the designated hospital, showing the expected revenue and expenditures as required by the board.
- In coordination with the hospital board, the medical staff, and other hospital personnel, responds to the community’s needs for quality health care services by monitoring the adequacy of the hospital’s medical activities.
- Oversees and provides direction to designated hospital leadership regarding hospital mission, quality performance, compliance, objectives, expected productivity, and efficiency.
- Works collaboratively with Human Resources and hospital leaders on employee relation issues and turnover.
- Presents monthly and quarterly consolidated operating report for the regional leaders.
- In collaboration with onsite hospital leadership ensures maintenance of physical properties in good and safe state of repair and operation.
- Oversees the business office functions of the designated hospital to ensure that funds are collected and expended to the best possible advantage.
- Acts as an effective liaison between the hospital and the medical staff; meets with and communicates with hospital medical staff as needed; represents the hospital at external functions.
- Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the hospitals individually and as a group.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Basic computer skills with working knowledge of current software- Microsoft Office, word-processing and spreadsheet software.
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of JCAHO, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of general budgeting, accounting and management skills.
- Knowledge of cost reporting, profit and loss and budget compliance.
- Ability to work well with management teams and employees in a multi-site environment.
- Must read, write and speak fluent English.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Approximate percent of time required to travel: 5%
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, finance, or clinical specialty.
- Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or clinical specialty preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for education requirements.
Experience
- Five years’ senior-level experience in healthcare administration/management, preferably in a hospital setting, with experience in facility operations management, human resources management and/or finance required.
- Prior sales/marketing/public relations experience strongly preferred.
- Completion of Executive Fellow program given priority consideration.
- Graduate level education and/or completion of Executive Fellow program may substitute on a year-to-year basis for the required experience.
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Chief Executive Officer Job Market in Ohio
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Who's Hiring
- Kindred Hospitals2

- Arrow International1

- Eide Bailly1

- Summa Health1

- TriHealth1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Accounting & Auditing1
- Medical Devices1
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chief executive officer jobs across Ohio.
- 10 or more years of senior executive leadership experience including P&L responsibility
- Proven experience leading an organization through growth, restructuring, or strategic transformation
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and reporting to a board of directors
- Experience developing and executing multi-year organizational strategy
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across executive and board audiences
- Bachelor's degree required, with an MBA or advanced degree preferred by many employers
Chief Executive Officer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How many chief executive officer jobs are there in Ohio?
There are 6+ chief executive officer openings in Ohio on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Cleveland, Lima, and Akron. New positions post regularly as employers across Ohio hire.
How much do chief executive officers make in Ohio?
Chief executive officers in Ohio earn a median of about $176,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,390 for the lowest 10% to over $484,820 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Ohio cities have the most chief executive officer jobs?
Cleveland, Lima, and Akron have the most chief executive officer openings in Ohio right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire chief executive officers in Ohio?
Employers hiring chief executive officers in Ohio include Kindred Hospitals, Arrow International, and Eide Bailly, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote chief executive officer jobs in Ohio?
Yes. About 0% of chief executive officer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Ohio metros.
How do I apply for chief executive officer jobs in Ohio?
You can apply to chief executive officer jobs in Ohio directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Ohio location, then apply to each one that fits.
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