Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) serves as the senior clinical leader for Medical Associates Plus (MAP) and is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and patient-centered medical care. The CMO provides strategic oversight of clinical services, ensures compliance with all federal and state regulations, and serves as the final authority on medical matters.

This role collaborates closely with executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and clinical teams to establish and maintain clinical excellence, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance across all service lines.

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Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

• Serve as the organization’s primary authority on all medical and clinical issues
• Oversee clinical operations to ensure compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body standards (e.g., HRSA, Joint Commission)
• Lead and support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care across all sites
• Provide final clinical decision-making in the resolution of medical disputes

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable clinical regulations, policies, and standards
• Serve as the primary contact for medical malpractice claims and oversee claims management processes
• Ensure FTCA (Federal Tort Claims Act) claims are submitted to the Office of General Counsel and maintain ongoing communication throughout the claims process
• Participate in the development and implementation of risk management protocols

Strategic Planning & Program Development

• Collaborate with the CEO, Board Medical Committee, and leadership team to develop clinical policies, goals, and objectives
• Assist in the development and implementation of the organization’s healthcare plan based on community health needs and epidemiological data
• Contribute to clinical budgeting, including staffing, equipment, and program development
• Recommend and establish clinical priorities aligned with organizational strategy

Quality Improvement & Performance Management

• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives related to patient care
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, including Joint Commission requirements
• Review patient satisfaction data and assist in developing improvement strategies
• Oversee clinical performance metrics and outcomes

Medical Staff Leadership

• Provide leadership, oversight, and coordination of medical staff and interdisciplinary teams
• Conduct performance evaluations for providers and recommend employment actions (e.g., hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions)
• Participate in recruitment, credentialing, and privileging clinical staff
• Facilitate regular provider meetings and interdisciplinary collaboration

Training & Development

• Support clinical staff education, onboarding, and ongoing professional development
• Provide consultation and training to clinical teams as needed
• Ensure compliance with continuing education requirements and best practice standards

Organizational Representation

• Represent the medical staff in communications with executive leadership and the Board of Directors
• Attend Board meetings and present clinical and quality reports as requested
• Serve as an advocate for the organization within the community, professional organizations, and public health entities

Clinical Services

• Provide direct patient care as outlined in the physician agreement
• Maintain current knowledge of clinical best practices, including NHSC and public health guidelines

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO

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Qualifications

Education

• Active, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Georgia
• Board certification in a primary care specialty

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in clinical, administrative, or academic medicine, preferably in a community health or public health setting
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a healthcare organization
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance, and quality improvement practices
• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands for clinical and administrative tasks
• Occasional sitting, reaching, bending, or lifting
• Exposure to moderate noise levels and potential interaction with agitated patients
• Possible exposure to communicable and infectious diseases
• Requires visual acuity including close, distance, and color vision

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Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements.

Medical Associates Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.