Chief Executive Officer • Chief Nursing Officer • Chief Ambulatory Officer • Public Health Director
Healthcare Leadership
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Healthcare leadership SEARCH
DRIVING IMPACTFUL CHANGE THROUGH EXPERT HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVE SEARCH
At Versique, our Healthcare Leadership recruiting team brings over 30 years of experience in executive search, partnering with healthcare organizations across Minnesota and the greater Midwest. As trusted healthcare industry recruiters, we partner with hospitals, clinics, rural health systems, senior living organizations, and private equity-backed practices to find the leaders who drive impact. F
We specialize in healthcare executive search, delivering proven results for organizations seeking transformational talent in today’s complex and evolving healthcare landscape. Whether your organization is navigating a CEO succession, expanding service lines, or enhancing operational strategy, we deliver talent solutions tailored to your mission and culture.
Key Healthcare Leadership Positions we fill
Versique has placed top healthcare executives in a variety of environments, including:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Operating Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Chief Human Resources Officer
- VP of Operations
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Chief Ambulatory Officer
- Senior Vice President
- Regional Director
- Finance & Operations Leaders
- Public Health Leaders
- And more
We also support succession planning and interim executive placements to ensure leadership continuity and operational stability.
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LEADERS IN MIDWEST HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP HIRING
Why Companies Choose Versique for Healthcare Leadership Search
Proven Experience Across the Healthcare Ecosystem
We’ve successfully placed CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and other senior leaders across rural hospitals, physician-owned practices, ambulatory care centers, senior living organizations, and PE-backed healthcare firms.
Rural Healthcare Expertise
As trusted rural healthcare industry recruiters, we bring deep knowledge of the region and strong ties to healthcare leaders across the Midwest. We specialize in addressing the unique needs of rural health systems—where leadership can directly impact the community’s wellbeing.
Private Equity & Growth-Focused Placements
We partner with private equity firms to identify operators and integrators with a track record of streamlining operations, improving EBITDA, and enhancing portfolio performance.
Tailored, Consultative Approach
From developing an ideal candidate profile to navigating board approvals, we guide every step of the hiring process with transparency, speed, and strategic alignment.
Local Knowledge. National Reach.
Headquartered in Minnesota, we are deeply connected to the region’s healthcare leadership networks—and capable of executing national searches to find the best-fit leaders for your organization.
Meet Our Healthcare Leadership Recruiting Team
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Matt Anderson
Vice President, Healthcare Leadership
Versique Executive
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Lindsay Elsner
Director, Healthcare Leadership
Versique Executive
PEOPLE, TEAMS, SYSTEMS, SUCCESS
Recent Healthcare Placements
Chief Operation Officer
Private Equity backed Single-Specialty Dermatology practice (9 locations across 3 states)
Chief Financial Officer
Private Equity backed Single-Specialty Dermatology practice (9 locations across 3 states)
Chief Executive Officer
Large, for-profit Senior Living company (Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Care)
Chief Operating Officer
Privately-owned, for-profit Senior Living management company (8 Assisted Living & Memory Care locations)
Sr. Vice President, Operations
Physician-owned Single-Specialty Spine private practice (2 locations and Ambulatory Surgery Center)
Regional Director of Operations
Private Equity backed Single-Specialty Eye practice (25 locations)
Sr. Director, Finance Operations
Hospital/Clinic Care Delivery System
Hospital Nursing Executive
Hospital/Clinic Care Delivery System
Additional Healthcare Leadership Roles We Fill:
- CEO
- CFO
- COO
- Chief Nursing Officer
- VP, Patient Care
- Director of Nursing
Providers
- Physician Board
- Nurse Practitioner
- Physicians Assistant
Quality & Process
- VP of Operations
- Quality Director
- Director, Patient Care
Don’t take our word for it
“Matt does a great job getting to know the position you are recruiting for and has given me excellent candidates to review. I would recommend Matt for your next executive hire or if you are on a personal journey for your new position.”
“While other search firms throw a bunch of resumes at you, Matt spent time truly understanding our company’s needs and only brought forth the most qualified candidates. In less than 4 weeks, we had our candidate selected, and were able to successfully move forward as an organization.”
“Matt has helped me on at least ten searches. When Matt is engaged, he researches the role extensively. He then talks in detail with the hiring decision maker to understand what the leader is looking for in the final candidate.{…} Matt’s style and communication are open. He keeps me abreast of progress without being intrusive to my schedule.”
“While working with Matt for a number of years, within the past two years he has placed a Clinic Director, IT Manager, HIM Manager, Director of Marketing and Communications, and an HR Manager. Whenever we have a position come open where we know there will be difficulty in recruiting, our first phone call is to Matt. Matt is always very attentive and understands the needs of our organization. Matt only presents us with candidates with whom he knows will be a good fit. The leadership Matt found for us has led to improved employee engagement and a renewed sense of trust among employees. We will continue to engage Matt whenever we can.”
“Matt and his team placed two executives within seven months with United Skin Specialists, LLC. Matt’s process was very structured, methodical and efficient. We immediately established the proper qualifications, experience and personal qualifications for the job. The process moved quickly and efficiently.”
“Thank You Matt! It was clear that you had a thorough understanding of the clinical and cultural needs of my departments. You provided us with two extraordinary managers that have helped make pivotal changes in departments that really needed strong leadership. I won’t hesitate to use your services in the future.”
“During the two years I have been at this hospital Matt has conducted successful searches for our Director of IT, Computer Analyst, and CFO. In all the searches, Matt is thorough in researching the needs of the organization, the knowledge required, financial capabilities, and the right fit.”
“Both Directors of Nursing have not just been great additions they have assisted in the expansion of our capability and strengthened our position. […] Including, Improved clinical outcomes, improved patient satisfaction, improved financial outcomes and effectively implemented EMR. We will always know where to turn for recruitment support going forward!”
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