Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Confidential Company

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
  • Board Certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
  • Minimum 3 years of provider management experience; FQHC experience highly preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and navigate complex healthcare environments.
  • Strong understanding of value-based care, PCMH principles, and quality improvement frameworks (e.g., UDS, HEDIS).
  • Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on clinical engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee clinical services across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Conduct provider credentialing and peer reviews to ensure clinical documentation accuracy.
  • Lead population health strategies and value-based care initiatives.
  • Advance patient experience efforts and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Supervise clinical directors and collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective management.
  • Spearhead recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for clinical staff.
  • Represent the organization in external partnerships and community initiatives.

Benefits

  • 25 days PTO with accrual up to 30 days in the first 3 years
  • 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees with family coverage options
  • 401(k) with a 4% employer contribution
  • Paid life insurance
  • Potential eligibility for federal and state loan repayment programs
Full Job Description

Chief Medical Officer (CMO)Location: Metropolitan, CA

Full-Time | On-Site Leadership with Minimal Clinical Duties (1-2 days/month)

About the Organization:

A well-established and rapidly growing Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving diverse communities in Metro California is seeking a visionaryChief Medical Officer (CMO). This organization prides itself on its commitment to health equity, patient-centered care, and community engagement, operating multiple clinical sites with plans for further expansion, including new clinic openings and mobile healthcare services.

Position Overview:

The CMO serves as the senior clinical leader responsible for overseeing all medical services, setting clinical care standards, and aligning strategic initiatives with the organization's mission and three-year strategic plan. This leader will guide clinical operations, drive quality improvement, and play a pivotal role in developing and implementing care models that enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Clinical Leadership & Oversight:
  • Oversee clinical services across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Conduct provider credentialing, peer reviews, and ensure clinical documentation accuracy.
  • Strategic Planning & Quality Improvement:
  • Lead population health strategies, value-based care initiatives, and quality metrics improvement.
  • Advance patient experience efforts and operational efficiency.
  • Provider Management & Recruitment:
  • Supervise clinical directors (Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health) and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Spearhead recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for clinical staff.
  • Community & Executive Engagement:
  • Represent the organization in external partnerships and community initiatives.
  • Work closely with the Executive Committee and report directly to the CEO.


Qualifications:

  • Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
  • Board Certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
  • Minimum3 years of provider management experience; FQHC experience highly preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and navigate complex healthcare environments.
  • Strong understanding of value-based care, patient-centered medical home (PCMH) principles, and quality improvement frameworks (e.g., UDS, HEDIS).
  • Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on clinical engagement.


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Compensation:Up to $400,000+ annually (dependent on experience).
  • Incentive Plan:Eligible for up to 10% of base salary through an executive performance incentive program tied to clinical quality, patient satisfaction, and organizational goals.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 25 days PTO(accrual up to 30 days in first 3 years)
  • 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurancefor employees; family coverage options available.
  • 401(k) with a 4% employer contribution(not a match—direct contribution).
  • Paid life insurance.
  • Potential eligibility for federal and state loan repayment programs (HPSA score: 14).


Why Join Us?

  • Join an organization with acollaborative executive teamand amission-driven culture.
  • Play aleadership role in transforming patient carethrough innovation, technology, and improved access.
  • Be part of astrategic growth phasewith new clinic expansions and community outreach initiatives.
  • Make alasting impacton healthcare delivery in underserved communities.

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