Chief Clinical Officer (Physician Administrator 3) - Central Ohio Behavioral Health - PN: 20041506 The Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) at Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare is a pivotal executive leader responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of all clinical services within the hospital. This role combines high-level administrative leadership with direct clinical supervision to ensure the highest standards of psychiatric care, staff development, and patient outcomes. As CCO, you will oversee a comprehensive behavioral health system including: - 208 inpatient beds - 52 maximum-security inpatient beds - 250 outpatient clients served through the Community Support Network (CSN) This role represents one of Ohio's most impactful clinical leadership opportunities within public behavioral healthcare. Key Responsibilities Strategic Clinical Leadership - Develop, implement, and oversee hospital-wide clinical goals, policies, procedures, and quality standards. - Serve as a key advisor to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on all matters of clinical significance. - Actively participate as a member of the Governing Board, Executive Committee, and Medical Staff. - Represent the hospital and agency in clinical matters across internal and external stakeholder groups. Psychiatric Leadership - Serve as Chief of Psychiatry, overseeing the assignment of physicians for adequate clinical coverage and continuity of patient care. - Supervise and evaluate performance of physician staff, clinical department heads, and medical support personnel. - Review and provide recommendations on all clinical hiring decisions to the CEO. Clinical Program Oversight - Provide psychiatric consultation and support to interdisciplinary teams including social workers, psychologists, and therapists. - Plan and lead in-service training and continuing education programs for hospital clinical departments. - Coordinate closely with community-based clinical officers to ensure seamless care transitions, case collaboration, and service integration. Stakeholder and Community Engagement - Maintain and strengthen partnerships with local providers and community stakeholders to support collaborative care and best practices. - Foster a culture of clinical excellence, innovation, and accountability within the hospital system. Compensation & Incentives: Approximate Annual Salary: $300,000 Total compensation is based on experience, credentials, and scope of clinical leadership. This position also offers full State of Ohio benefits and is eligible for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). This position is unclassified per 124.11 (A) (9), Ohio Revised Code. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm with a flexible schedule. Primary Work Location: Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare, 2200 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43223. Qualifications Position Qualifications Certificate to practice medicine as issued by State Medical Board pursuant to Sections 4731.14 & 4731.281 of Revised Code. Primary Job Skill: Medical Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Management, Professional Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Building Consensus, Critical Thinking, Consultation, Leading Others Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.