Chief Medical Officer

Permanent Job

ID 36317

⬤ 3 days ago

EXECUTIVE/C-SUITE - CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER

Chief Medical Officer

JOB DETAILS

The Opportunity:

Catalyst Health Group, a privately-held, physician-aligned organization operating the largest clinically integrated network for primary care in Texas, seeks a Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to provide unified clinical oversight for their rapidly expanding primary care ecosystem: a 1,000+ member primary care Clinically Integrated Network; a 150-member physician owned and led primary care group; MSO; and risk-bearing entities. Catalyst Health Group is committed to building healthier communities and creating generational change for millions by delivering on the promise of personalized care. The CMO is the senior clinical voice of Catalyst Health Group, accountable for advancing clinical performance, physician engagement, and value-based outcomes across 1.5M+ lives throughout North Texas, East Texas and the Panhandle. The Chief Medical Officer owns enterprise performance for Total Cost of Care and Medical Loss Ratio while leading the reduction of unwarranted clinical variability throughout the organization. The role is unique as it's a blend of strategic and tactical demand: the CMO sets evidence-based standards and care models at the enterprise level, then converts them into adopted behavior through visible, peer-level engagement with physicians throughout the organization. The CMO ensures physicians understand, embrace, and execute on Catalyst's value-based strategy. The CMO must influence behavior change, hold peers accountable to standards, and partner with Finance and Operations to translate clinical decisions into financial and patient-outcome results. The ideal candidate will have the ability to balance growth with disciplined clinical governance, manage risk at scale, and sustain physician trust through transparency, follow-through, and clinical credibility. In addition, the successful candidate will have a passion for innovation and transformation, with a track record of building and leading high performing value-based care programs.

The Organization:

Catalyst Health Group is one of Texas' largest and most innovative primary care organizations, bringing together independent physicians, care teams and operational partners to deliver personalized, comprehensive, and accessible care. The organization includes Catalyst Health Network, Catalyst Health Physician Group, and Catalyst Care Connect - each focused on empowering clinicians, improving practice performance and enhancing patient outcomes. With services such as telehealth, medication delivery and care management, Catalyst supports more than 1.5M patients through coordinated care, innovative technology and a people-first culture. Catalyst Health Physician Group formed in 2024 and is recognized as one of the largest primary care physician groups in the U.S.

The Ideal Candidate:

MD or DO Board certification in internal medicine, family medicine, or pediatrics. Primary care discipline strongly preferred. Minimum of 10 years of clinical practice, with at least 5-7 years in progressive senior clinical leadership in multi-site, networked, MSO, ACO, or clinically integrated network environments. Successful experience as a CMO, Medical Director, Vice President of Medical Affairs or equivalent enterprise clinical executive role at meaningful scale. Proven experience in clinical practice and administrative leadership. Demonstrated command of value-based care economics: Total Cost of Care, MLR, risk adjustment / HCC, utilization management, and quality programs. Fluency with clinical pathway design, evidence-based standardization, clinical analytics, and physician-facing performance dashboards. Working knowledge of MSO, capitation and shared savings constructs. Influence-driven physician leadership at scale; able to drive change across hundreds of independent and affiliated providers without formal authority. Direct, accountable, data-grounded, and visibly engaged leader that sets high expectations and provides strong support. Authentic alignment with primary care as community infrastructure. Energized by ambiguity and growth; comfortability with rapid scaling and genuine belief in physician led, clinically integrated models.

The Location:

Plano, Texas remains one of the most desirable suburbs of the Dallas-Fort Worth area with a strong combination of economic opportunities, friendly amenities for the whole family, and a strong, high-quality of living. It is a fast-growing, business friendly city that is known for safe neighborhoods, top-rated schools, diverse dining, and strong corporate presence. With a mix of suburban comfort and urban amenities, Plano offers an excellent quality of life for professionals and families. Nominations and referrals as well as resumes from interested candidates may be sent to:

Heather Van Hecke, Consultant Executive & Physician Leadership Search, AMN Leadership Solutions Email:

Heather.

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