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Lake Chelan Community Hospital Retains B.E. Smith in Search for Chief Executive Officer

September 24, 2018

Chief Executive Officer opportunity in Chelan, Washington – a beautiful community nestled between the snow-capped North Cascade Mountains and Eastern Washington desert. 

Lake Chelan Community Hospital is in search of a Chief Executive Officer to spearhead the hospital and clinics’ overall leadership, management, and direction. A key focus of the CEO will be overseeing the operations of the 25-bed facility, including the construction of a new $44.5 million hospital facility, set to break ground in the Spring of 2019. 

Additionally, a top priority will be building out service through the expansion of ambulatory care and the recruitment of new physicians. The CEO will strive to establish credibility and foster relationships within the organization and community. A bachelor’s degree is required, but a Master’s degree is preferred. 

The complete job posting for Lake Chelan Community Hospital Chief Executive Officer can be found on the B.E. Smith website. 

Lake Chelan Hospital is a fully-accredited 25-bed critical access hospital offering 24-hour emergency care, a surgical center, inpatient services, family medicine, and specialist care. The organization is committed to providing high-quality medical services to the Lake Chelan Valley community, ensuring that those services are patient-centered and delivered with compassion and respect. The new hospital facility will feature private patient rooms, larger birthing rooms, increased outpatient capacity, and a larger emergency room. Additionally, the facility will accommodate rehabilitative therapy, a laboratory and radiology, and an expanded surgery department with a helicopter pad for emergency transfers. 

Chelan, Washington is located within the Lake Chelan Valley, which offers four seasons of recreation, a charming shopping district, and delectable dining choices. Situated on the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains, Lake Chelan Valley enjoys the perfect climate for growing apples and grapes; there are many family orchards and up-and-coming vineyards nestled in the community. Known for its pristine lake and warm weather, Chelan is an ideal location to enjoy the great outdoors through hiking, camping, cycling, and fishing. Visitors flock there during the summer months to enjoy the sun and water sports, while the community is a popular winter destination for skiing and snowmobiling. 

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