Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Jobs

Explore Chief Medical Officer opportunities on Ladders, where professional jobs are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. CMOs are senior healthcare leaders who connect clinical expertise with organizational strategy, helping guide care quality, patient safety, medical staff, and long-term performance.

What Does a Chief Medical Officer Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but CMOs commonly set clinical priorities, oversee quality and safety initiatives, support medical staff, and advise executive teams on healthcare policy and care delivery. Depending on the employer, the role may also involve regulatory readiness, clinical operations, population health, or the adoption of new technologies and care models.

Common CMO Career Paths

Many CMOs bring years of clinical practice and progressively senior leadership experience. Relevant backgrounds may include physician leadership, department or service-line management, quality improvement, hospital administration, or healthcare operations. Requirements differ, so review each job description for specific credentials, licensure, and experience expectations.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers often seek a blend of clinical credibility and executive leadership. Strategic planning, clear communication, collaboration with clinicians and administrators, data-informed decision-making, and experience improving care quality can be important. The ability to balance patient needs, workforce considerations, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals is also valuable.

Find Chief Medical Officer Jobs on Ladders

Browse CMO openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced healthcare leaders discover roles aligned with their expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $100K *

Engage in meaningful work with older adults by providing evidence-based psychotherapy in a supportive remote environment. Set your own hours while focusing on patient care, with resources to help you...

North Dakota, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $230K *

Champion innovative solutions by partnering with Sales to address complex security challenges. Serve as a trusted advisor, leading technical discovery and delivering impactful demonstrations that conn...

Sacramento, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $195K *

Drive sales performance by launching a novel cardiac myosin inhibitor, building strategic relationships with healthcare providers, and delivering impactful solutions to meet patient needs in your terr...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $283K *

Join us to lead strategic client relationships at the C-suite level, driving revenue growth and solution expansion in the financial services sector. Your expertise will shape client satisfaction and r...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $179K *

Support the integration and harmonization of clinical data by designing FHIR-compliant models and pipelines, ensuring data accuracy and usability for patient care and research initiatives across the o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of consulting in P&C insurance. Lead client engagements, ensure quality standards, and foster long-term relationships while driving business growth and mentoring...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $175K *

Lead the charge in client partnerships while driving strategic growth and team development. Utilize your expertise to deliver impactful insights and solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment, en...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $148K *

Transform procurement processes by leading strategic initiatives that enhance supplier engagement and streamline operations. Collaborate across departments to drive modernization and deliver value to...

Ithaca, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $132K *

Champion the design of agent-ready workflows by translating complex business processes into clear requirements. Collaborate with product teams to enhance AI capabilities and ensure seamless human-agen...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $191K *

Lead the charge in developing high-impact scientific communications and engagement strategies, collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and compelling communication of clinical evidence to enha...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $220K *

Shape the future of healthcare real estate by leading a dynamic transaction management team. Oversee negotiations, staff development, and strategic planning to drive client success and enhance operati...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Elevate healthcare technology as a senior analyst, optimizing complex Epic applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiencies and support application users, while mentorin...

Miami, FLRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Transform Medicaid programs by managing initiatives, coordinating stakeholders, and driving quality improvements. Leverage your expertise to implement policies and enhance operational efficiency in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $100K *

Transform healthcare by owning client relationships, guiding clinics through onboarding, and ensuring long-term success. Leverage your expertise to analyze workflows and drive impactful solutions in a...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Engineer advanced protein design models and collaborate with experts to innovate in AI Drug Discovery, driving the development of candidate antibody therapeutics through deep learning and systems biol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of global vaccine access by leading market-shaping initiatives and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Drive innovative projects to enhance supply sustainability and afford...

Camden, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $136K *

Join a team that's transforming virtual healthcare by delivering exceptional patient care through telehealth. Collaborate with colleagues, utilize advanced technology, and engage in continuous learnin...

Portland, ORRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $255K *

Champion innovative AI/ML solutions by leading engineering teams to tackle complex healthcare challenges. Drive strategic initiatives, implement MLOps best practices, and foster responsible AI innovat...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$268K - $466K *

Champion early clinical development in a dynamic team. Lead clinical research physician role for first-in-human studies, ensuring compliance and collaboration across scientific and regulatory areas to...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $231K *

Optimize enterprise analytics solutions to provide real-time insights and reporting for federal HR stakeholders, driving strategic decision-making and compliance in a fast-paced modernization initiati...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Engage with key stakeholders as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, driving prelaunch and launch strategies. Build trusted relationships, deliver scientific insights, and influence adoption in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

Pioneer contact center strategy and operational excellence, driving scalable solutions across women's health and family-building services. Collaborate with leadership to enhance member experience and...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $244K *

Unlock your potential as a Global Regulatory Leader, driving regulatory strategy and submissions for CNS projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance w...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $115K *

Join a team that's focused on diversifying paid media channels and optimizing conversion strategies. You'll lead initiatives across affiliate, programmatic, and social platforms to enhance member acqu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $258K *

Elevate service product solutions by defining strategies and market opportunities in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate offerings, enhance value propositions, and ensure c...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Medical Officer?question toggle

    A Chief Medical Officer is a senior healthcare executive who provides clinical leadership and helps shape an organization’s approach to care quality, patient safety, medical staff, and strategy. The exact scope depends on the organization.

  • What qualifications are typically required for CMO jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and may include a medical degree, an active or eligible medical license, substantial clinical experience, and a record of healthcare leadership. Check each posting for its specific credentials and experience requirements.

  • Where do Chief Medical Officers work?question toggle

    CMOs may work for hospitals, health systems, health plans, physician groups, healthcare technology companies, and other organizations involved in delivering or supporting care.

  • What skills are important for a Chief Medical Officer?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include clinical leadership, strategic thinking, communication, collaboration, quality improvement, patient-safety expertise, and the ability to use data to guide decisions.

  • How can I find Chief Medical Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Chief Medical Officer listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation information, qualifications, and role responsibilities.