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Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic
Jamestown, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $289,500 to $350,000 annually

Wonderful opportunity to serve a community in need. Tribal Federally Qualified Health Center located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills of California. Our underserved community is in need of your compassion and healing hands.

Position Summary

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) oversees the clinical operations of our Primary Care Clinic, Same-Day Walk-In Clinic, Behavioral Health Clinic, and Red Feather Clinic. The CMO will be responsible for providing high-quality medical care to patients, supervising advanced practice providers, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and experienced physician dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of our community.

Essential Duties

  • Provides primary care services to patients, seeing an average of 6-8 patients per day.
  • Reviews and approves provider notes for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to ensure accuracy and compliance with clinic protocols.
  • Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
  • Monitors the quality of patient care and outcomes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance care delivery.
  • Provides leadership and guidance to clinical staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations, including those set forth by the Indian Health Service (IHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and other governing bodies.
  • Participates in ongoing professional development activities to stay abreast of advancements in medical practice and healthcare delivery.
  • Collaborates with the clinic administration to develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve patient care, enhance operational efficiency, and achieve organizational goals.
  • Represents the Clinic in meetings with community stakeholders, tribal leaders, and other healthcare organizations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Clinics Administrator or CEO.

Education and Skills

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Board certification in Family Medicine or another relevant specialty.
  • Active, unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of California.
  • Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in primary care, preferably in a community health setting.
  • Experience supervising advanced practice providers (NPs, PAs) is highly desirable.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards, including those specific to tribal and FQHC settings.
  • Commitment to providing culturally competent care to diverse patient populations.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Willingness to uphold the values and mission of Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic and the tribal community it serves.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching above and / or below shoulder.
  • Handling / grasping documents, medical and office equipment.
  • Sitting and / or standing for short or extended periods of time.
  • Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in person and / or on the telephone.
  • Vision sufficient to read source materials and computer screen data, with or without corrective lenses.
  • Repetitive motions for computer equipment use.
  • Occasional lifting to 25 pounds.
  • The ability to deal well with time constraints and emotional stress is necessary.
  • Reasonable accommodations will be given to qualified disabled applicants under Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,29 U.S. Code 791, Title 29, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

    Working Conditions

    Outpatient clinic setting. Monday through Friday, no weekends. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors and airborne particles, and the potential risk of airborne pathogens. Exposure to body fluids and viruses is also a potential hazard of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    Salary : $289,500 - $350,000

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