Penn State Health - Medical Group
Location: US:PA:Lancaster
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes
Hours: Varied


Vice President, Chief Medical Officer

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Shape the Future of Healthcare Leadership in One of Pennsylvania's Fastest-Growing Markets

Penn State Health is seeking an innovative and relationship-driven physician leader to serve as the next Vice President, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center.

This is more than a traditional CMO role.

Lancaster Medical Center sits at the center of one of Pennsylvania's most dynamic healthcare markets, serving a rapidly growing region of nearly 600,000 residents. As Penn State Health continues to expand its presence throughout Lancaster County, this leader will play a critical role in shaping physician engagement, advancing quality and patient safety, strengthening community partnerships, and guiding the organization's future growth.

The Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, will report directly to the Hospital President and work closely with hospital leadership, the Penn State Health Chief Medical Officer, service line leaders, operational executives, and physician leaders across the health system.

This is an opportunity for a physician executive who wants to make a lasting impact within a growing organization and contribute to the next generation of healthcare leadership at Penn State Health.

The Opportunity

The Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, serves as the senior physician leader for Lancaster Medical Center and acts as the primary liaison between the Medical Staff and Administration.

The successful candidate will help shape the future of healthcare delivery in Lancaster County while advancing Penn State Health's mission to provide high-quality, compassionate, and innovative care.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Medical staff leadership and engagement
• Quality, patient safety, patient experience, and clinical excellence initiatives
• Physician recruitment, onboarding, and retention
• Medical staff governance and bylaws
• Peer review and quality oversight
• Strategic planning and service line growth
• Physician alignment and relationship management
• Clinical operations and performance improvement
• Collaboration with the health system and regional leadership
• Development of future physician leaders

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and emotionally intelligent physician-executive who can build trust, inspire teams, and lead effectively through influence.

Who Should Consider This Opportunity?

We welcome conversations with physician leaders from a variety of backgrounds, including:

• Current Chief Medical Officers
• Associate or Assistant CMOs
• Medical Directors
• Service Line Leaders
• Department Chairs
• Division Chiefs
• Physician executives with significant operational and leadership experience

We recognize that outstanding physician leaders do not always follow a traditional career path. Candidates with demonstrated leadership impact, strong business acumen, physician engagement experience, and the ability to lead change are encouraged to explore this opportunity.

If you are uncertain whether your experience aligns perfectly with the position, we encourage you to connect with us for a conversation.

Minimum Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. required
• Ten (10) years of relevant experience required
• Seven (7) years of experience in medical leadership roles, including previous medical directorships, medical executive committee participation, and/or other equivalent medical leadership roles required
• Pennsylvania Medical Board License required
• Board-certified in the area of clinical practice and clinically active required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates emotional intelligence in both internal and external settings and engenders respect among peers and the care team

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred, either completed or in progress prior to hire

Additional Considerations

Penn State Health understands that accomplished physician leaders may be navigating contractual obligations, relocation considerations, or non-compete agreements. We encourage interested candidates to connect with us confidentially to discuss their individual circumstances and explore potential pathways forward.

Join Us

If you are energized by the opportunity to help shape the future of physician leadership, influence the growth of a rapidly evolving healthcare organization, and make a meaningful impact on patients, physicians, and communities, we invite you to connect with us.

For confidential consideration, please contact:

Rebecca Stuckey, MS
Executive Recruiter, Penn State Health
[email protected]