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CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
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What they do
A Chief Medical Officer directs clinical programs and staff at a medical practice, clinic, hospital, or other clinical setting. Works closely with staff, department directors, and physicians to ensure that the highest standards of quality and service are maintained. Oversees the implementation of quality improvement efforts designed to improve clinical performance and maintain compliance with JCAHO, HIPAA, and other accreditation standards. Evaluates developments in medical care and makes recommendations for new practices and procedures. Advises CEO and medical teams on matters impacting patient care.
$274,803 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
- Ensure the Patient Satisfaction and HCAHPS activities are prioritized and acted upon in order to ensure continuous improvement and that problems are systematically addressed.
- Provide leadership in the development and growth of hospital clinical programs including the identification and recruitment of physicians to support those programs.
- Provide direction, consultation and assistance to clinical departments and Hospital administrators in evaluating and implementing new clinical programs, or changes in existing programs.
- Evaluate management of professional medical activities and resolve medical/administrative issues.
- Intervene constructively when quality of care is questioned or when clinical issues of significance arise within all clinical services.
- Work with and support the Board of Directors in fulfilling its governance role regarding the medical staff and patient care.
- Support the organization, development, monitoring and administration of the medical staff.
- Maintain close relationships with the medical staff and its representatives.
- Oversee the credentialing, quality assurance and medical management activities of the Hospital, including clinical evaluation.
- Work with the Medical Executive Committee in conjunction with other members of Hospital administration in appointing committees, and in developing, maintaining and monitoring policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with the nursing and clinical services to ensure that a multi-disciplinary, integrated approach to patient care is continuously provided.
- Participate in the continuing development, implementation, and utilization of clinical information technology.
- Establish and monitor the extensive procedures required by The Joint Commission and the State Department of Health to document the professional qualifications and performance of the medical staff, and the quality of patient care in all clinical services.
- Participate in facilities planning.
- Other related activities as assigned by Hospital's CEO EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.