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Type: Urban Salary Range: Salary Negotiable Open Period: 7/3/2026 until filled Summary: The Mission To improve the health, peace and well-being of urban Indians in the Greater Milwaukee Area. Our Vision That American Indians residing in Southeastern Wisconsin will recognize the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center as their first choice for receiving high-quality, culturally appropriate and accessible health services. Our Values Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Accountability, Honesty, Family, and Helpfulness.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) serves as the senior executive and clinical leader of the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center Inc. (GLIIHC). The GLIIHC is an Indian Health Service Title V Urban Indian Health Center and HRSA designated Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The organization is accredited by the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Healthcare (AAAHC) and has Patient Centered Medical Home designations. The CEO is responsible for the strategic, operational, financial, and clinical oversight of the organization. The CEO works collaboratively with the Board of Directors, executive leadership team, clinical providers, and community stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality, accessible, patient-centered care consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization. The CEO ensures organizational compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including HRSA Health Center Program requirements, FTCA regulations, accreditation standards, payer requirements, and quality improvement expectations. The CEO promotes organizational sustainability, workforce development, operational excellence, and community impact while advancing health equity and integrated care services. Job Announcement Flyer: CEO.pdf [pdf - 91.08 KB] Duties: Strategic Leadership Administrative and Operational Oversight Financial Management Workforce Leadership Board Relations Community & External Relations Qualifications: Required Qualifications • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) • Active unrestricted medical licencse Experience • Previous CEO, CMO, Medical Director, or Health Care executive experience. • Minimum of 7 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience. • Minimum of 5 years in senior executive leadership preferred. • Experience in an FQHC, community health center, integrated healthcare organization, or safety-net healthcare environment is strongly preferred. • Experience with HRSA compliance, UDS reporting, GPRA-IHS and Primary Care Agency AAAHC/NCQA accreditation of healthcare operations readiness required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Knowledge of FQHC regulations, healthcare reimbursement, and community health systems. • Strong leadership, strategic planning, and organizational development skills. • Experience with quality improvement methodologies and performance management systems. • Knowledge of integrated care models and population health strategies. • Strong financial management and operational oversight abilities. • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills. • Ability to lead organizational change and foster collaborative partnerships. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Preferred Qualifications • Master of Public Health (MPH) • Master of Business Administration (MBA) • Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) • Experience overseeing integrated medical, behavioral health, dental, and enabling services. Experience with: o Health Resources and Services Administration Health Center Program requirements o Indian Health Service-Urban Indian Health program requirements o National Committee for Quality Assurance PCMH standards o Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care accreditation o Grant management and federal funding oversight o Healthcare informatics, EHR optimization, and operational analytics o Experience working with diverse, underserved, rural, urban, or tribal populations. Work Type: Permanent, Full Who May Apply? US Citizens Get Details & Apply: https://gliihc.net/about/careers/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov