Chief Executive Officer, NIH Clinical Center

Overview

Chief Executive Officer, Clinical Center

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks applications from exceptional candidates for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Clinical Center (CC). The NIH Clinical Center is the nation’s largest hospital devoted exclusively to clinical research. Clinician-investigators translate scientific observations and laboratory discoveries into new approaches to diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease. The CEO will ensure the highest standards of quality and ethical behavior while advancing the Clinical Center to improve care and pursue cures for complex diseases.

Approximately 1,500 clinical research studies are in progress at the Clinical Center. About half study the pathogenesis of disease, including rare diseases. Since opening in 1953, over 400,000 volunteers have participated in clinical research at the Clinical Center. Each year the Center sees about 10,000 new research participants.

Responsibilities

The CEO will oversee operations to ensure high standards of quality and ethical behavior. Key duties include developing hospital operations policies (patient care, safety, quality improvement), analyzing operations to identify efficiencies, and resolving operational issues. The CEO will ensure compliance with accreditation and licensure standards (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospital Organizations, Medicare, Medicaid, state licensure, regulatory agencies, and similar bodies) and with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

The CEO will oversee and approve specifications for all hospital construction, renovations, and upgrades. The CEO will represent the Clinical Center to NIH stakeholders and external partners, including patients, the Clinical Center Hospital Board, executives and legislators, and professionals and advocacy groups.

In collaboration with the Clinical Center Governing Board (CCGB), Institute and Center Directors, and other NIH leadership, the CEO will develop and regularly update the short-term and long-term strategic plan for the Hospital and its services.

The incumbent must build cross-functional collaborative relationships within NIH and with other organizations to achieve shared goals. The Clinical Center has approximately 1,900 employees. The annual budget request will be developed by the CEO in collaboration with the CCGB and the NIH Institute and Center Directors and is subject to NIH Director approval (estimated at $699.5M in FY25).

Additional Specific Responsibilities

• Ensures adherence to the highest ethical standards for healthcare
• Provides the vision to achieve operational and clinical excellence
• Stays current with general trade and industry conditions and their potential impact on policies and operations
• Leads an outstanding senior leadership team for the Clinical Center
• Ensures disaster and emergency preparedness activities are appropriately planned, exercised, and documented
• Reviews and approves all Clinical Center financial reports, budgets, managed care contracts and major expenditures; directs, establishes, reviews, and adjusts charges for services
• Carries out activities from strategic plans for modernization, efficiency, or financial stewardship
• Creates and supports an environment of accountability and collaboration among contributors
• Analyzes operating results and ensures corrective actions for unsatisfactory conditions

Qualifications

The NIH seeks candidates with a commitment to scientific excellence and the energy, enthusiasm, and innovative thinking to lead a dynamic organization. Required / Preferred qualifications include :

The CEO should have a demonstrable track record of building relationships across institutions and levels of staff.

This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance, and it is a Testing Designated Position requiring random testing for urine and illegal substances.

Benefits

The CEO, CC will be appointed at a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, with full Federal benefits (retirement, health and life insurance, leave, and a 401(k)–equivalent). A recruitment or relocation incentive may be offered, and relocation expenses may be paid. Please review selective service requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, without discrimination on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, or membership in an employee organization.

Standards of Conduct / Financial Disclosure

NIH maintains high ethical standards. Employees are subject to Federal regulations and agency-specific regulations. A background investigation and public financial disclosure are required prior to the effective date of appointment.

Foreign Education

Applicants with education outside the U.S. must have foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure equivalence. Evaluation must be completed before the appointment date.

Additional Information

HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission. HHS employees may volunteer as Federal Civilian Detailees to assist with humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities related to health threats.

Reasonable Accommodation

NIH provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Requests will be considered case by case.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae, bibliography (if not included), and a copy of their doctoral degree. A supplemental narrative (no more than four pages) addressing vision for the Clinical Center, qualifications, and mentoring / outreach activities is also requested. Email complete package to Mariela Light at the NIH address provided by the agency by the closing date. Questions may be directed to Ms. Light by phone.

All information provided will be kept confidential and reviewed by authorized NIH officials. Do not include birth date or Social Security Number on materials. Applications must be received by the stated deadline.

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