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 Job Title: Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
FLSA Classification: Exempt E
mployment Type: Full-Time
Revision Date: 9/05/2024 A
pproved By: Patrick SalleeÂ
Summary of PositionÂ
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is responsible for overseeing the clinical operations of the health center, ensuring high-quality patient care, operational efficiency, and strategic growth. The CMO will lead all clinical providers, manage clinical workflows, and collaborate with leadership to drive organizational objectives, clinical quality, and patient outcomes. This role requires a strong commitment to serving underserved communities, with a focus on health promotion, illness prevention, and trauma-informed care.Â
Essential Job Duties:Â
• Oversee and manage daily clinical operations, ensuring alignment with budgetary guidelines and organizational goals.Â
• Lead recruitment, hiring, training, and performance management of healthcare providers including MD/ DO, Behavioral Health Clinicians, RNs, and LPNs, while collaborating with FM, IM, and Pediatric Medical Directors.Â
• Develop, implement, and oversee clinical workflows, incident reporting, and task force identification to improve patient care and operational efficiency.Â
• Collaborate with leadership to develop strategic plans for clinical quality improvement and operational growth.Â
• Manage public health initiatives and key programs, such as "Vaccines for Children," and build partnerships with external organizations like universities or health systems.Â
• Demonstrate an understanding of advanced principles of health promotion, illness prevention, and healthy lifestyle motivation.Â
• Present clinical and operational information effectively in small groups and board meetings.Â
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Â
• Minimum of five (5) years in clinical leadership roles such as CMO, Medical Director, or senior leadership positions. Experience managing clinical workflows, provider performance, and clinical operations.Â
• Medical degree from an accredited school of medicine; completion of an accredited residency program.Â
• Current unrestricted license from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts to practice as a physician in Kansas; must have current DEA, DPS, and other relevant certifications.Â
• Must be board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine; strong consideration given to a qualified Pediatrician.Â
• Strong familiarity with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), community health centers, or non-profit healthcare organizations.Â
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Â
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.Â
• Experience in administration, management, Continuous Process Improvement (CPI), and budget development.Â
• Strong business acumen with a focus on collaboration, strategy, and forward-thinking growth.Â
• Ability to engage effectively with a Board of Directors and communicate complex clinical information in an accessible manner.Â
• Collaborative, strategic, forward-thinking, and mission-driven leadership style. Ability to drive clinical and operational growth.Â
• Experience with electronic medical records systems, such as eClinicalWorks, or similar systems.Â
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with patients, families, community members, and healthcare personnel.Â
• Superior organizational skills with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and meeting deadlines.Â
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations and demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity.Â
• Knowledge and experience with local community resourcesÂ
• Understanding of the 340B program's operational significance.Â
• Strong ability to simplify complex clinical issues and communicate them effectively to diverse audiences.Â
Additional Considerations:Â
• Proven ability to build strong provider relationships and engage in performance management.Â
• Experience with clinical operations, including scheduling, front desk management, and care team coordination.Â
• Comfortable with after-hours crisis management, particularly in public health scenarios.Â
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and commitment to incorporating trauma-sensitive practices into patient interactions and clinical operations.Â
• Commitment to the mission-driven nature of the organization and the opportunity to impact community health positively.Â
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONSÂ
Physical DemandsÂ
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Â
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move materials that may weigh up to 40 pounds.Â
Work EnvironmentÂ
• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. o Must have manual dexterity and experience to perform handwritten paperwork, recordkeeping, and filing.Â
o Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking may be required.Â
o Frequent bending/stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting and turning, kneeling, and pushing/pulling may be required.Â
o Employment is contingent upon successful clearance from Criminal, Kansas and Missouri Child/Elder Abuse and Neglect, Sex Offender background investigations, TB testing, pre-employment drug testing, and verification of Hepatitis-B, and flu immunizations.Â
o Occasional evening and weekend availability are required.Â
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity:Â
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability, you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodationÂ
Lindsey Cusic
Chief Medical Officer
2024-09-17
2024-11-03
Job Number: 2467180
Pay Rate: 250k/year - 300k/year
Job Description
 Job Title: Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
FLSA Classification: Exempt E
mployment Type: Full-Time
Revision Date: 9/05/2024 A
pproved By: Patrick SalleeÂ
Summary of PositionÂ
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is responsible for overseeing the clinical operations of the health center, ensuring high-quality patient care, operational efficiency, and strategic growth. The CMO will lead all clinical providers, manage clinical workflows, and collaborate with leadership to drive organizational objectives, clinical quality, and patient outcomes. This role requires a strong commitment to serving underserved communities, with a focus on health promotion, illness prevention, and trauma-informed care.Â
Essential Job Duties:Â
• Oversee and manage daily clinical operations, ensuring alignment with budgetary guidelines and organizational goals.Â
• Lead recruitment, hiring, training, and performance management of healthcare providers including MD/ DO, Behavioral Health Clinicians, RNs, and LPNs, while collaborating with FM, IM, and Pediatric Medical Directors.Â
• Develop, implement, and oversee clinical workflows, incident reporting, and task force identification to improve patient care and operational efficiency.Â
• Collaborate with leadership to develop strategic plans for clinical quality improvement and operational growth.Â
• Manage public health initiatives and key programs, such as "Vaccines for Children," and build partnerships with external organizations like universities or health systems.Â
• Demonstrate an understanding of advanced principles of health promotion, illness prevention, and healthy lifestyle motivation.Â
• Present clinical and operational information effectively in small groups and board meetings.Â
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Â
• Minimum of five (5) years in clinical leadership roles such as CMO, Medical Director, or senior leadership positions. Experience managing clinical workflows, provider performance, and clinical operations.Â
• Medical degree from an accredited school of medicine; completion of an accredited residency program.Â
• Current unrestricted license from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts to practice as a physician in Kansas; must have current DEA, DPS, and other relevant certifications.Â
• Must be board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine; strong consideration given to a qualified Pediatrician.Â
• Strong familiarity with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), community health centers, or non-profit healthcare organizations.Â
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Â
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.Â
• Experience in administration, management, Continuous Process Improvement (CPI), and budget development.Â
• Strong business acumen with a focus on collaboration, strategy, and forward-thinking growth.Â
• Ability to engage effectively with a Board of Directors and communicate complex clinical information in an accessible manner.Â
• Collaborative, strategic, forward-thinking, and mission-driven leadership style. Ability to drive clinical and operational growth.Â
• Experience with electronic medical records systems, such as eClinicalWorks, or similar systems.Â
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with patients, families, community members, and healthcare personnel.Â
• Superior organizational skills with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and meeting deadlines.Â
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations and demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity.Â
• Knowledge and experience with local community resourcesÂ
• Understanding of the 340B program's operational significance.Â
• Strong ability to simplify complex clinical issues and communicate them effectively to diverse audiences.Â
Additional Considerations:Â
• Proven ability to build strong provider relationships and engage in performance management.Â
• Experience with clinical operations, including scheduling, front desk management, and care team coordination.Â
• Comfortable with after-hours crisis management, particularly in public health scenarios.Â
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and commitment to incorporating trauma-sensitive practices into patient interactions and clinical operations.Â
• Commitment to the mission-driven nature of the organization and the opportunity to impact community health positively.Â
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONSÂ
Physical DemandsÂ
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Â
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move materials that may weigh up to 40 pounds.Â
Work EnvironmentÂ
• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. o Must have manual dexterity and experience to perform handwritten paperwork, recordkeeping, and filing.Â
o Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking may be required.Â
o Frequent bending/stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting and turning, kneeling, and pushing/pulling may be required.Â
o Employment is contingent upon successful clearance from Criminal, Kansas and Missouri Child/Elder Abuse and Neglect, Sex Offender background investigations, TB testing, pre-employment drug testing, and verification of Hepatitis-B, and flu immunizations.Â
o Occasional evening and weekend availability are required.Â
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity:Â
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability, you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodationÂ
Meet Your Recruiter
Lindsey Cusic
Senior Account Executive - Community Health Leadership
In Lindsey’s early years she was a part of a youth group in her community that worked with the adolescence in the surrounding areas of Murfreesboro, TN. While She was there, she saw and learned the importance of caring for individuals who are less fortunate, in bad circumstances, or simply have nowhere to go. This is where her love of helping people developed. She had a craving to be a part of the bigger picture of caring more about the resolution than the problem.
She is passionate about people and is presently obtaining a BS in Psych so she can improve her understanding to truly make an impact on lives.
She is am married to her best friend whom she has known for 15 years, a proud pet mom, an avid hiker and wine connoisseur. She is passionate about travel, people and cooking. She has traveled to numerous states and backpacked Asia. In her career she spent 3 years in Admissions ranking among the top performers and successfully reaching the given target for her campus in her 2nd year as Director. She has also effectively recruited for Providence and Kaiser in the Portland Area for Acute Care & Skilled Nursing Communities RN’s and RN’s throughout Oregon before making the transition to UHC.
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