Mr. Jeff Egbert, Interim CEO

Mr. Jeff R. Egbert has been appointed by the Southeast Colorado Hospital District Board as Interim CEO, effective May 29, 2024. Mr. Egbert will work closely with the Southeast Colorado Hospital District Board of Directors to carry out the strategic vision, construction projects, operations, quality improvement, and work with employees and medical staff to continue the hospital’s positive mission for the people of Southeast Colorado and the region.
Mr. Egbert is an experienced senior executive an exceptional grasp of strategic and tactical operations management, service line development and enhancement, physician recruitment and strategic execution. He is a servant leader skilled at building and motivating teams of talented professionals to exceed key operational objectives incorporating principles of continuous process improvement and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability. With a healthcare career spanning over 34 years, Mr. Egbert has served as CEO in multiple organizations. His career is highlighted by a history of growing organizations, improving quality, and increasing overall patient satisfaction. Mr. Egbert has held the position of CEO for Hutchinson Regional Healthcare, Phoenix Baptist Hospital in Phoenix, AZ, Arizona Heart Hospital in Phoenix, AZ, San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, NM, Community Medical Center in Missoula, MT, and Clinton Memorial Hospital in Wilmington, OH.
Mr. Egbert holds a Masters of Science in Health Care Administration from Trinity University in San Antonio, TX and a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry/Biology from Mount Marty College in Yankton, SD.
Mr. Egbert and his wife, Teri, are looking forward to living in Springfield, Colorado. They have two adult children and enjoy the outdoors, camping, fishing, RVing, hiking, and travel.
The Communities of Baca County and the Southeast Colorado Hospital District Board wish Mr. Egbert a positive and productive tenure here.