Associate Chief Medical Officer & Senior Medical Director

MaineHealth; Belfast; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Chief Medical Officer & Senior Medical Director for its critical access hospital in Belfast, Maine. This pivotal role involves overseeing regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and physician engagement, while also contributing to clinical practice. The ideal candidate will possess a strong leadership background, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care. Join a dedicated team in a picturesque coastal community, where you can enjoy outdoor activities and a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a complex healthcare organization.
• Understanding of healthcare finance and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality assurance and patient safety plans.
• Foster relationships with health system and medical staff.

Skills

Leadership in healthcare

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Patient-centered mindset

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Board Certification

Job description

Description

Associate Chief Medical Officer & Senior Medical Director
Waldo Hospital, MaineHealth
Belfast, Maine

MaineHealth is seeking an Associate Chief Medical Officer (ACMO) & Senior Medical Director for Waldo Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital in the picturesque coastal town of Belfast, Maine.

The ACMO & Senior Medical Director will carry out responsibilities including regulatory affairs, accreditation, physician resource development via contractual agreements, strategic planning, quality oversight, program development and implementation, and engagement with senior leadership to achieve institutional and program goals.

This position reports primarily to MaineHealth's Coastal Region CMO and collaborates closely with MaineHealth's Pen Bay Hospital's ACMO, Coastal Healthcare Alliance Medical Directors, MaineHealth Medical Group Senior Medical Directors, and MaineHealth Coastal Region CMOs.

This is an approximately 0.4 FTE administrative role, with the remaining effort dedicated to clinical practice at Waldo Hospital.

Successful candidates will have:

• Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine (MD, DO)
• License or license eligible in Maine
• Board Certification
• Appointment to the Waldo Hospital Medical Staff
• At least 5 years of increasing leadership responsibility as a physician
• Experience within a complex healthcare organization
• Understanding of regulatory compliance, healthcare finance, strategic planning, and institutional processes
• Characteristics of fairness, integrity, and accountability
• Excellent communication and physician engagement skills
• High ethical and professional standards
• Patient-centered mindset

Primary Job Functions:

• Represent the CMO in various matters as requested
• Develop and implement quality assurance and patient safety plans to ensure high-quality clinical practice and compliance with guidelines
• Ensure effective communication and input from Medical Staff on health system decisions
• Maintain awareness of Medical Staff views and articulate them effectively
• Foster relationships with health system and medical staff constituencies
• Support Medical Staff leaders, department chairs, and committee chairs
• Lead credentialing, privileging, and peer review activities
• Participate in Medical Staff committee meetings to enhance performance and quality
• Promote adherence to Medical Staff code of conduct and build physician relationships
• Collaborate with Medical Staff committees and nursing leadership on risk and utilization management
• Supervise the Community Health and Wellness Department
• Draft transfer agreements to ensure high-quality care
• Assist in quality reviews and clinical care assessments
• Coordinate with senior leaders on shared goals
• Oversee accreditation and regulatory readiness
• Communicate effectively with senior management, departments, and agencies
• Develop strategic partnerships with physician entities
• Participate in financial and budget planning for physician contracts
• Manage sensitive issues with integrity and professionalism

Waldo Hospital, with 100 physicians and 800 care team members, provides excellent care to the community through on-campus and community partnerships.

Located along Maine's coast, the Midcoast Region offers natural beauty, outdoor recreation, cultural opportunities, and a welcoming community environment. Enjoy sailing, kayaking, hiking, skiing, and more.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and CV to Maggie McGauley, Executive Recruiter, at [e-mail].